Median Income
$39,744
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$124,400
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.1%
2% lower than US avg
How Hollister Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population897
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density228/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Economy
B
Median Income$39,744
Per Capita$20,902
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$1,936M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,400
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$66,629
Health
Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease9.9%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation229 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+80.9%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute31 min
Libraries6
Is Hollister a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hollister receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $39,744, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hollister is $124,400, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Hollister enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Hollister has a population of 897 with a density of 228 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (54.4%), with 22.6% White, 14.6% Black.
Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hollister vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.0% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| 40% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hollister vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hollister is $39,744, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Hollister vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,744 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,902 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $905 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,123 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,094 |
| County GDP | $1,936M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 132 |
| Retail | 211 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,220 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.59% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Hollister is $124,400, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $66,629.
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,400 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $66,629 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $730 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,220 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.59% |
In Hollister, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hollister vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 19.9% |
| Heart Disease | 9.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.4% |
| Asthma | 14.1% |
| COPD | 12.2% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.5% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.5% |
| Physical Distress | 20.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,815/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 132 |
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 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 229 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2583°N, 77.9357°W |
| County FIPS | 37083 |