Mono Vista, CA

California

Mono Vista is a small town in California with a population of 3,696. Residents earn $70,353 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,696 Population 1,306/sq mi density
$70,353 Median Income $43,583 per capita
$401,800 Home Value
$1,859 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,353 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$401,800 home value, $1,859/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,353
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $401,800
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,859
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,696
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density1,306/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,353
Per Capita$43,583
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute30 min

Housing

B
Home Value$401,800
Rent$1,859
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation2,720 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries9

Is Mono Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mono Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mono Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mono Vista is $70,353, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% 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 Mono Vista is $401,800, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,859 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mono Vista enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mono Vista has a population of 3,696 with a density of 1,306 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 4.8% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

3,696
Total Population
1,306
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mono Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mono Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mono Vista is $70,353, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Mono Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,353
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$79,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,514
County GDP$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare90
Retail136
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mono Vista is $401,800, 43% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,859 (60% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$401,800
43% above US avg
Median List Price$410,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$410,000
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,859
60% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Mono Vista, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death7,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities90

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mono Vista has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,720 ft (829 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Coordinates38.0134°N, 120.2700°W
County FIPS06009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.8%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants118
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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