Linda, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Linda is a small city in California with a population of 23,215. Residents earn $69,161 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
23,215 Population 2,703/sq mi density
$69,161 Median Income $24,542 per capita
$337,700 Home Value
$1,083 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$69,161 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$337,700 home value, $1,083/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,161
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $337,700
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23,215
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density2,703/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,161
Per Capita$24,542
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$5,238M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$337,700
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Elevation68 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries3

Is Linda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linda receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Linda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linda is $69,161, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linda is $337,700, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Linda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Linda has a population of 23,215 with a density of 2,703 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.5%), with 7.7% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

23,215
Total Population
2,703
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Linda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.4%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.6%
158% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Linda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linda is $69,161, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Linda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,161
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,542
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$67,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,205
County GDP$5,238M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare269
Retail279
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Linda is $337,700, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$337,700
20% above US avg
Median List Price$431,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$431,750
$/Sq Ft$277
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops34.5%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,083
7% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

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-Occupied55.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Linda, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes12.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death8,213/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities269

Crime Rates: Linda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Linda has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation68 ft (21 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density2,703/sq mi
Coordinates39.1241°N, 121.5422°W
County FIPS06101
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,703/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities269
Restaurants181
Retail Stores279

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home7.2%

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