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Herald, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Herald is a small town in California with a population of 919. Residents earn $91,429 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
919 Population 117/sq mi density
$91,429 Median Income $59,120 per capita
$567,000 Home Value $777,363 Zillow
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$91,429 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$567,000 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,429
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $567,000
101% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population919
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,429
Per Capita$59,120
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute28 min

Housing

B
Home Value$567,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$777,363
Housing Units385
Rent Burden32.6%

Health

Obesity30.5%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking12.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation80 ft (24 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.4%
Libraries32

Is Herald a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herald receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Herald offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herald is $91,429, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herald is $567,000, making it a premium housing market at 101% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Herald enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Herald has a population of 919 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 3% Hispanic, 20.5% Black.

Population

919
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Herald vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Herald vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herald is $91,429, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Herald vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,429
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,120
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Herald is $567,000, 101% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $777,363.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$567,000
101% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$777,363

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.6%

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-Occupied97.1%
Housing Units385
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Herald, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,123
Dentists1:1,215
Mental Health1:216
Checkup Rate67.6%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Herald has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation80 ft (24 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates38.2884°N, 121.2311°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin. 74.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.4%
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.3%

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