California · Metropolitan Area
Gonzales is a small city in California with a population of 8,526. Residents earn $76,060 per year, which is 1% above the national average.
Based on current data, Gonzales receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Gonzales has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Gonzales is $76,060, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Gonzales is $593,900, making it a premium housing market at 111% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
The violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,017 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Gonzales enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 27.1% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 72.9% |
| 444% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $76,060 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,358 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,180 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,133 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,844 |
| County GDP | $38,345M |
| Restaurants | 1,118 |
| Healthcare | 1,013 |
| Retail | 1,276 |
| Manufacturing | 284 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,044 |
| 158% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.52% |
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
| Census Median | $593,900 |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $620,630 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,570 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,044 |
| 158% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.52% |
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.9% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,114/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,013 |
| Total Violent | 437.4/100K |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 23.6/100K |
| Robbery | 35.5/100K |
| Assault | 378.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,016.7/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 319.2/100K |
| Theft | 342.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 354.7/100K |
| Arson | 11.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 137 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,464/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5060°N, 121.4429°W |
| County FIPS | 06053 |
Winner: Democrat by 29.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.2% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 62.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 4,464/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,013 |
| Restaurants | 1,118 |
| Retail Stores | 1,276 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
| Avg Commute | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |