Guadalupe, CA

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.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
8,422 Population 6,429/sq mi density
$71,048 Median Income $22,110 per capita
$452,100 Home Value $548,754 Zillow
$1,674 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
138 Violent Crime/100K 937 property/100K
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$71,048 median income, 7.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$452,100 home value, $1,674/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
138 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,048
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $452,100
60% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 138/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,674
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,422
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density6,429/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,048
Per Capita$22,110
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$41,425M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$452,100
Rent$1,674
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$548,754

Crime

F
Violent138/100K
Property937/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault110/100K
Burglary179/100K

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Elevation85 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+57.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 62%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries20

Is Guadalupe a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Guadalupe has a population of 8,422 with a density of 6,429 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.1%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

8,422
Total Population
6,429
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Guadalupe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.8%
66% below US avg
Spanish73.2%
446% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Guadalupe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guadalupe is $71,048, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Guadalupe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,048
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,110
Avg Weekly Wage$1,340
IRS Avg AGI$108,768

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)17,497
County GDP$41,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,253
Healthcare1,508
Retail1,476
Manufacturing521

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,996
214% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Guadalupe is $452,100, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,674 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $548,754.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$452,100
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$548,754
Median List Price$679,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$679,900
$/Sq Ft$413
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,674
44% 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-Occupied56.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,996
214% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Guadalupe, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress19.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate67.4%
Premature Death6,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,508
Guadalupe has a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 937 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.7/100K
64% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault110.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property936.6/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary179.1/100K
Theft592.3/100K
Vehicle Theft165.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Guadalupe has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.3 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density6,429/sq mi
Coordinates34.9649°N, 120.5731°W
County FIPS06083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.1%
D 61.8%

Winner: Democrat by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+57.1%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density6,429/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,508
Restaurants1,253
Retail Stores1,476

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home2.7%

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