California · Metropolitan Area
Martinez is a mid-size city in California with a population of 36,926. Residents earn $125,436 per year, which is 67% above the national average.
Based on current data, Martinez receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Martinez offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Martinez is $125,436, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Martinez among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Martinez is $824,700, making it a premium housing market at 193% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,265 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Martinez is below the national average at 195 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,603 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Martinez enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 82.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.3% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $125,436 |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $62,336 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $3,778 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $232,794 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 31,186 |
| County GDP | $217,018M |
| Restaurants | 2,143 |
| Healthcare | 2,617 |
| Retail | 1,916 |
| Manufacturing | 487 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $17,586 |
| 402% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 19.5% |
| Census Median | $824,700 |
| 193% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $761,209 |
| Median List Price | $855,000 |
| Median List Price | $855,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $457 |
| Homes Sold | 23 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.3% |
| Price Drops | 21.6% |
| Inventory | 37 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,265 |
| 95% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,464 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $17,586 |
| 402% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Obesity | 27.6% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.4% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 4,006/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,617 |
| Total Violent | 195.1/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Murder | 5.4/100K |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Rape | 13.4/100K |
| Robbery | 80.2/100K |
| Assault | 96.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,603.2/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 505.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,584.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 513.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 17.7 inches |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 12.6 sq mi (32.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,921/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9981°N, 122.1144°W |
| County FIPS | 06081 |
Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.5% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,921/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 37 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 40 |
| Public Libraries | 34 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,617 |
| Restaurants | 2,143 |
| Retail Stores | 1,916 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| Avg Commute | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 19.5% |