Good Hope, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Good Hope is a small city in California with a population of 8,315. Residents earn $56,328 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,315 Population 740/sq mi density
$56,328 Median Income $19,511 per capita
$319,600 Home Value
$1,451 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$56,328 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$319,600 home value, $1,451/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,328
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $319,600
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,451
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,315
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density740/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,328
Per Capita$19,511
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$319,600
Rent$1,451
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation1,618 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+64.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute34 min
Libraries67

Is Good Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Good Hope receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Good Hope has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Good Hope is $56,328, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Good Hope is $319,600, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,451 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Good Hope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Good Hope has a population of 8,315 with a density of 740 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (22.4%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

8,315
Total Population
740
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
11.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Good Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.6%
60% below US avg
Spanish68.4%
410% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Good Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Good Hope is $56,328, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Good Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,328
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,511
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Good Hope is $319,600, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,451 (25% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$319,600
13% above US avg
Median List Price$490,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$490,000
$/Sq Ft$527
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio112.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,451
25% 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-Occupied51.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Good Hope, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Good Hope vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Good Hope has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,618 ft (493 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (29.1 km²)
Population Density740/sq mi
Coordinates33.7706°N, 117.2772°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+64.9%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density740/sq mi
Total Area11.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

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