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Hopland, CA

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Hopland is a small town in California with a population of 966. Residents earn $80,298 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
966 Population 274/sq mi density
$80,298 Median Income $31,085 per capita
$619,600 Home Value $569,614 Zillow
$1,693 Median Rent 39.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$80,298 median income, 8.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$619,600 home value, $1,693/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,298
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $619,600
120% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,693
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population966
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,298
Per Capita$31,085
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,695M
Commute37 min

Housing

C
Home Value$619,600
Rent$1,693
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$569,614
Housing Units353
Rent Burden39.5%

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking15.8%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation480 ft (146 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+74.0%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute37 min
Broadband82.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Hopland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopland receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Hopland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopland is $80,298, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopland is $619,600, making it a premium housing market at 120% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,693 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hopland has a population of 966 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.3%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

966
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.4%
21% below US avg
Spanish37.6%
181% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopland is $80,298, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hopland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,298
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,085
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$59,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,657
County GDP$2,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants147
Healthcare148
Retail160
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,782
37% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopland is $619,600, 120% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,693 (46% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $569,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$619,600
120% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$569,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,693
46% above US avg
Rent Burden39.5%

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-Occupied38.5%
Housing Units353
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,782
37% above US avg
Effective Rate0.77%
In Hopland, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,371
Dentists1:2,273
Mental Health1:256
Checkup Rate67.8%
Dental Visits55.2%
Premature Death12,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities148
Hopland has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation480 ft (146 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates38.9688°N, 123.1169°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+74.0%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants147
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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