Median Income
$52,946
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,000
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,022
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.2%
10% lower than US avg
How Hollister Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population353
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Economy
B
Median Income$52,946
Per Capita$26,130
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$5,946M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,000
Rent$1,022
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation4,525 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+63.1%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6
Is Hollister a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hollister receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hollister offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hollister is $52,946, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hollister is $126,000, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,022 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hollister experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Hollister has a population of 353 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.6%), with 2.5% Hispanic.
Population
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hollister vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 52.9% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Spanish | 47.1% |
| 251% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hollister vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hollister is $52,946, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Hollister vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,946 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,130 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $926 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,952 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,966 |
| County GDP | $5,946M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 238 |
| Healthcare | 439 |
| Retail | 368 |
| Manufacturing | 97 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,455 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Hollister is $126,000, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,022 (12% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,000 |
| 55% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,022 |
| 12% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,455 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.54% |
In Hollister, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hollister vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,579/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 439 |
Crime Rates: Hollister vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Hollister has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.3 inches |
| 73% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,525 ft (1,379 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 330/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3529°N, 114.5838°W |
| County FIPS | 16083 |