Meiners Oaks, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Meiners Oaks is a small town in California with a population of 3,955. Residents earn $90,096 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,955 Population 1,621/sq mi density
$90,096 Median Income $54,551 per capita
$669,000 Home Value
$1,400 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$90,096 median income, 1.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$669,000 home value, $1,400/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,096
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $669,000
137% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,400
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.5%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,955
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density1,621/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,096
Per Capita$54,551
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$69,606M
Commute30 min

Housing

C
Home Value$669,000
Rent$1,400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+93.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute30 min
Libraries24

Is Meiners Oaks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meiners Oaks receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Meiners Oaks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meiners Oaks is $90,096, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meiners Oaks is $669,000, making it a premium housing market at 137% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Meiners Oaks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Meiners Oaks has a population of 3,955 with a density of 1,621 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%).

Population

3,955
Total Population
1,621
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Meiners Oaks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.0%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.0%
42% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Meiners Oaks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meiners Oaks is $90,096, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Meiners Oaks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,096
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,356
IRS Avg AGI$102,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,435
County GDP$69,606M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,758
Healthcare3,115
Retail2,556
Manufacturing867

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Meiners Oaks is $669,000, 137% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,400 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$669,000
137% above US avg
Median List Price$2,032,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,032,500
$/Sq Ft$434
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,400
20% 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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Meiners Oaks, 26.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Meiners Oaks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.5%
17% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,115

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters637

Safety Score

Meiners Oaks has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density1,621/sq mi
Coordinates34.4553°N, 119.2702°W
County FIPS06111
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,621/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities3,115
Restaurants1,758
Retail Stores2,556

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations637

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home10.8%

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