Mountain View Acres, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mountain View Acres is a small town in California with a population of 3,155. Residents earn $70,179 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,155 Population 1,984/sq mi density
$70,179 Median Income $19,937 per capita
$346,000 Home Value
$1,554 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$70,179 median income, 9.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$346,000 home value, $1,554/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,179
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $346,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,554
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.7%
107% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,155
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,984/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

C
Median Income$70,179
Per Capita$19,937
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty25.7%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute40 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$346,000
Rent$1,554
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Elevation3,058 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+85.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute40 min
Libraries258

Is Mountain View Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain View Acres receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Mountain View Acres has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain View Acres is $70,179, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain View Acres is $346,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,554 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain View Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mountain View Acres has a population of 3,155 with a density of 1,984 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 5.4% Black.

Population

3,155
Total Population
1,984
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain View Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.1%
29% below US avg
Spanish43.9%
228% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain View Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain View Acres is $70,179, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Mountain View Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,179
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,937
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.7%
107% above US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.4 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain View Acres is $346,000, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,554 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$346,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,554
34% 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-Occupied75.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Mountain View Acres, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Mountain View Acres has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.9 inches
79% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,058 ft (932 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density1,984/sq mi
Coordinates34.4976°N, 117.3472°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,984/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.4 min
Work from Home5.2%

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