California · Metropolitan Area
Guadalupe is a small city in California with a population of 8,422. Residents earn $71,048 per year, which is 5% below the national average.
Based on current data, Guadalupe receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Guadalupe has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Guadalupe is $71,048, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Guadalupe is $452,100, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,674 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Guadalupe is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 937 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Guadalupe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 26.8% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 73.2% |
| 446% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,048 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,110 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,340 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $108,768 |
| Unemployment | 7.9% |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 17,497 |
| County GDP | $41,425M |
| Restaurants | 1,253 |
| Healthcare | 1,508 |
| Retail | 1,476 |
| Manufacturing | 521 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,996 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.43% |
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $452,100 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $548,754 |
| Median List Price | $679,900 |
| Median List Price | $679,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $413 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,674 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,996 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.43% |
| Obesity | 33.5% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.5% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 19.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 67.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,123/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,508 |
| Total Violent | 137.7/100K |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 27.6/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 110.2/100K |
| Total Property | 936.6/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 179.1/100K |
| Theft | 592.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 165.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 13.3 inches |
| 65% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,429/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9649°N, 120.5731°W |
| County FIPS | 06083 |
Winner: Democrat by 26.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.1% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 57.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 6,429/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 20 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,508 |
| Restaurants | 1,253 |
| Retail Stores | 1,476 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |