Napa, CA

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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
78,816 Population 4,367/sq mi density
$102,231 Median Income $52,369 per capita
$824,500 Home Value $877,111 Zillow
$2,165 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
313 Violent Crime/100K 1,653 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$102,231 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$824,500 home value, $2,165/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
313 violent crimes/100K (18% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,231
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $824,500
192% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 313/100K
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.7%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,165
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population78,816
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density4,367/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,231
Per Capita$52,369
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute24 min

Housing

C
Home Value$824,500
Rent$2,165
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$877,111

Crime

F
Violent313/100K
Property1,653/100K
Murder2.5/100K
Assault219/100K
Burglary364/100K

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation49 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.7%
High School+84.2%
School Score4.68

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute24 min
EV Stations134
Libraries5

Is Napa a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Napa has a population of 78,816 with a density of 4,367 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

78,816
Total Population
4,367
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
18.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Napa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.1%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.9%
160% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Napa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Napa is $102,231, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Napa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,231
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,369
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Napa is $824,500, 192% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,165 (86% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $877,111.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$824,500
192% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$877,111
Median List Price$889,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$889,750
$/Sq Ft$581
Homes Sold36
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops21.6%
Inventory185

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,165
86% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,702

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,912
1 Bedroom$2,113
2 Bedrooms$2,773
3 Bedrooms$3,532
4 Bedrooms$4,134

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Napa, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Napa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Napa has a violent crime rate of 313 per 100,000 residents, 18% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,653 per 100,000 (16% below US avg). The murder rate is 2.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent312.9/100K
18% below US avg
Murder2.5/100K
60% below US avg
Rape42.7/100K
Robbery49.0/100K
Assault218.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,652.6/100K
16% below US avg
Burglary364.5/100K
Theft1,131.1/100K
Vehicle Theft157.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Napa has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area18.1 sq mi (46.7 km²)
Population Density4,367/sq mi
Coordinates38.2979°N, 122.3007°W
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.7%
9% above US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score4.68
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density4,367/sq mi
Total Area18.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations134
Alt Fuel Stations145
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home12.2%

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