Gonzales, CA

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.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,526 Population 4,464/sq mi density
$76,060 Median Income $25,358 per capita
$593,900 Home Value $620,630 Zillow
$1,570 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
437 Violent Crime/100K 1,017 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,060 median income, 2.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$593,900 home value, $1,570/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
437 violent crimes/100K (15% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,060
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $593,900
111% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 437/100K
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,570
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

How Gonzales Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,526
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density4,464/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 13%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,060
Per Capita$25,358
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$38,345M
Commute26 min

Housing

C
Home Value$593,900
Rent$1,570
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$620,630

Crime

F
Violent437/100K
Property1,017/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault378/100K
Burglary319/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Elevation137 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+62.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 63%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries28

Is Gonzales a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Gonzales has a population of 8,526 with a density of 4,464 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (13%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

8,526
Total Population
4,464
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gonzales vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.1%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.9%
444% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gonzales vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gonzales is $76,060, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gonzales vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,060
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,358
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$86,133

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,844
County GDP$38,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,118
Healthcare1,013
Retail1,276
Manufacturing284

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gonzales is $593,900, 111% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,570 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $620,630.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$593,900
111% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$620,630

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,570
35% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Gonzales, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gonzales vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death6,114/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,013
Gonzales has a violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 residents, 15% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,017 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Gonzales vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent437.4/100K
15% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape23.6/100K
Robbery35.5/100K
Assault378.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,016.7/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary319.2/100K
Theft342.8/100K
Vehicle Theft354.7/100K
Arson11.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gonzales has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation137 ft (42 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density4,464/sq mi
Coordinates36.5060°N, 121.4429°W
County FIPS06053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 29.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+62.3%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,464/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,013
Restaurants1,118
Retail Stores1,276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

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