Median Income
$62,273
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$67,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,066
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.0%
45% higher than US avg
How Livermore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population478
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density735/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B
Median Income$62,273
Per Capita$29,363
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$598M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$67,700
Rent$1,066
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,338
Health
Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Elevation1,144 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries4
Is Livermore a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Livermore receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Livermore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Livermore is $62,273, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Livermore is $67,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Livermore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Livermore has a population of 478 with a density of 735 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Livermore vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.4% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.6% |
| 36% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Livermore vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Livermore is $62,273, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Livermore vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,273 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,363 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,410 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.0% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 367 |
| County GDP | $598M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,919 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.1% |
The median home value in Livermore is $67,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,338.
Home Values
| Census Median | $67,700 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $125,338 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,066 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,919 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.27% |
In Livermore, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Livermore vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.0% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,220/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Livermore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Livermore has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.8 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,144 ft (349 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 735/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8678°N, 94.1838°W |
| County FIPS | 19091 |