California · Metropolitan Area
Napa is a mid-size city in California with a population of 78,816. Residents earn $102,231 per year, which is 36% above the national average.
Based on current data, Napa receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Napa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Napa is $102,231, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Napa among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Napa is $824,500, making it a premium housing market at 192% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,165 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Napa is below the national average at 313 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,653 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Napa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 65.1% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 34.9% |
| 160% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $102,231 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,369 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,363 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $128,075 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,535 |
| County GDP | $14,592M |
| Restaurants | 445 |
| Healthcare | 452 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 522 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,079 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.22% |
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
| Census Median | $824,500 |
| 192% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $877,111 |
| Median List Price | $889,750 |
| Median List Price | $889,750 |
| $/Sq Ft | $581 |
| Homes Sold | 36 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 21.6% |
| Inventory | 185 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,165 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,702 |
| Studio | $1,912 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,113 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,773 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,532 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $4,134 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,079 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.22% |
| Obesity | 29.4% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,210/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 452 |
| Total Violent | 312.9/100K |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Murder | 2.5/100K |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Rape | 42.7/100K |
| Robbery | 49.0/100K |
| Assault | 218.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,652.6/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 364.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,131.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 157.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.2 inches |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 18.1 sq mi (46.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,367/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2979°N, 122.3007°W |
| County FIPS | 06055 |
Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.7% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.68 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 4,367/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 134 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 145 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 452 |
| Restaurants | 445 |
| Retail Stores | 492 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |