Green Acres, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Green Acres is a small town in California with a population of 3,226. Residents earn $71,609 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,226 Population 2,304/sq mi density
$71,609 Median Income $21,849 per capita
$242,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$71,609 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$242,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,609
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $242,000
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,226
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density2,304/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,609
Per Capita$21,849
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Elevation1,549 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+67.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute47 min
Libraries67

Is Green Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Green Acres receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Green Acres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green Acres is $71,609, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Green Acres is $242,000, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Green Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Green Acres has a population of 3,226 with a density of 2,304 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.3%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

3,226
Total Population
2,304
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Green Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.8%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.2%
394% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Green Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green Acres is $71,609, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Green Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,609
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,849
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below 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 Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Green Acres is $242,000, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,000
14% below US avg
Median List Price$480,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$480,000
$/Sq Ft$244
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

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-Occupied93.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Green Acres, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Green Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Green Acres has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.7 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density2,304/sq mi
Coordinates33.7350°N, 117.0782°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% 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+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+67.6%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,304/sq mi
Total Area1.4 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 Commute46.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

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