Meadow Vista, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Meadow Vista is a small town in California with a population of 3,343. Residents earn $95,998 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,343 Population 633/sq mi density
$95,998 Median Income $53,801 per capita
$609,700 Home Value $631,435 Zillow
$1,496 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,998 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$609,700 home value, $1,496/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,998
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $609,700
116% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,496
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,343
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density633/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,998
Per Capita$53,801
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute30 min

Housing

B
Home Value$609,700
Rent$1,496
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$631,435

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation1,706 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+98.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Meadow Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadow Vista receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Meadow Vista stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadow Vista is $95,998, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadow Vista is $609,700, making it a premium housing market at 116% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,496 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Meadow Vista enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Meadow Vista has a population of 3,343 with a density of 633 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

3,343
Total Population
633
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadow Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meadow Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadow Vista is $95,998, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Meadow Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,998
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,801
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home18.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadow Vista is $609,700, 116% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,496 (29% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $631,435.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$609,700
116% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$631,435
Median List Price$607,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$607,000
$/Sq Ft$393
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,496
29% above US avg

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-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Rate0.77%
In Meadow Vista, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Meadow Vista vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Meadow Vista has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density633/sq mi
Coordinates39.0017°N, 121.0376°W
County FIPS06115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 39.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.9%
18% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density633/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home18.7%

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