Guerneville, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Guerneville is a small town in California with a population of 4,522. Residents earn $84,294 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
4,522 Population 466/sq mi density
$84,294 Median Income $61,088 per capita
$589,600 Home Value $516,697 Zillow
$1,583 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$84,294 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$589,600 home value, $1,583/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,294
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $589,600
109% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,583
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.3%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,522
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,294
Per Capita$61,088
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$39,448M
Commute35 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$589,600
Rent$1,583
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$516,697

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation441 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+95.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute35 min
EV Stations3
Libraries16

Is Guerneville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guerneville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Guerneville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guerneville is $84,294, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guerneville is $589,600, making it a premium housing market at 109% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,583 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Guerneville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Guerneville has a population of 4,522 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

4,522
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Guerneville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guerneville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guerneville is $84,294, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Guerneville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,294
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,088
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$104,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,652
County GDP$39,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,311
Healthcare1,623
Retail1,675
Manufacturing922

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Guerneville is $589,600, 109% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,583 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $516,697.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$589,600
109% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$516,697
Median List Price$595,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$595,000
$/Sq Ft$345
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops36.8%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,583
36% 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-Occupied68.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Guerneville, 26.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.3%
18% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death5,997/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,623

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Guerneville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates38.5172°N, 122.9899°W
County FIPS06097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 46.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.2%
D 71.4%

Winner: Democrat by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Restaurants1,311
Retail Stores1,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home21.2%

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