Mountain House, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mountain House is a small city in California with a population of 25,108. Residents earn $171,675 per year, which is 128% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
25,108 Population 5,506/sq mi density
$171,675 Median Income $49,507 per capita
$859,700 Home Value
$3,232 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$171,675 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$859,700 home value, $3,232/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $171,675
128% higher than US avg
Home Value $859,700
205% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.9%
51% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,232
178% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

How Mountain House Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population25,108
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density5,506/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

A+
Median Income$171,675
Per Capita$49,507
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$46,521M
Commute55 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$859,700
Rent$3,232
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.9%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation85 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.9%
High School+92.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute55 min
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Mountain House a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain House receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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, long commute times. Mountain House stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain House is $171,675, which is significantly higher than the national average — 128% above $75,149. This places Mountain House among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain House is $859,700, making it a premium housing market at 205% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,232 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mountain House is a highly educated community — 50.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain House enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mountain House has a population of 25,108 with a density of 5,506 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

25,108
Total Population
5,506
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain House vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.7%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.3%
275% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain House vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain House is $171,675, which is 128% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: Mountain House vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$171,675
128% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,507
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$76,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)22,110
County GDP$46,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,335
Healthcare1,641
Retail1,637
Manufacturing527

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.7 min
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain House is $859,700, 205% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,232 (178% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$859,700
205% above US avg
Median List Price$799,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$799,900
$/Sq Ft$342
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops34.7%
Inventory72

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,232
178% 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-Occupied73.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Effective Rate0.74%
In Mountain House, 21.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mountain House vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma8.0%
COPD3.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression15.9%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,641

Crime Rates: Mountain House vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128

Safety Score

Mountain House has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density5,506/sq mi
Coordinates37.7673°N, 121.5449°W
County FIPS06077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 50.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.9%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.9%
51% above US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,506/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,641
Restaurants1,335
Retail Stores1,637

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.7 min
Work from Home18.6%

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