Gonzales, CA
Full City Profile · California · Monterey County County
Gonzales, CA
At a Glance
How Gonzales Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gonzales's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gonzales a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gonzales residents earn a median household income of $76,060 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,358. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,844 business establishments, including 1,118 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gonzales is $593,900 , 111% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $628,377. Median rent is $1,570/month, with 34.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Gonzales reports 401 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 425/100K.
Education
9.2% of adults in Gonzales hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 62.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gonzales has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.