Median Income
$250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value
$989,600
251% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
86.0%
155% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.1%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How La Honda Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,094
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density257/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Economy
A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$135,820
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute37 min
Housing
A
Home Value$989,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$987,514
Health
Obesity26.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation1,007 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+86.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute37 min
Libraries34
Is La Honda a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Honda receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. La Honda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in La Honda is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places La Honda among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 La Honda is $989,600, making it a premium housing market at 251% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
La Honda is a highly educated community — 86.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
La Honda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
La Honda has a population of 1,094 with a density of 257 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%).
Population
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 79.8% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Spanish | 20.2% |
| 51% above US avg |
The median household income in La Honda is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $250,001 |
| 233% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $135,820 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $3,778 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $232,794 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 31,186 |
| County GDP | $217,018M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,143 |
| Healthcare | 2,617 |
| Retail | 1,916 |
| Manufacturing | 487 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $17,586 |
| 402% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.1 min |
| Work from Home | 27.9% |
The median home value in La Honda is $989,600, 251% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $987,514.
Home Values
| Census Median | $989,600 |
| 251% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $987,514 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $17,586 |
| 402% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
In La Honda, 26.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Honda vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,006/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,617 |
Crime Rates: La Honda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
Safety Score
La Honda has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.2 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,007 ft (307 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3177°N, 122.2584°W |
| County FIPS | 06081 |