Nice, CA

California

Nice is a small town in California with a population of 2,517. Residents earn $70,274 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,517 Population 1,455/sq mi density
$70,274 Median Income $35,379 per capita
$173,100 Home Value $219,154 Zillow
$1,328 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,274 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,100 home value, $1,328/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,274
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,100
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,328
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,517
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density1,455/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,274
Per Capita$35,379
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$2,695M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,100
Rent$1,328
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,154
Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation1,489 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+82.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute34 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries5

Is Nice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nice receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Nice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nice is $70,274, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nice is $173,100, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,328 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Nice has a population of 2,517 with a density of 1,455 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,517
Total Population
1,455
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Nice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.8%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.2%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nice is $70,274, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Nice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,274
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,379
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$59,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,657
County GDP$2,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants147
Healthcare148
Retail160
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,782
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Nice is $173,100, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,328 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,154.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,100
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,154

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,328
14% above US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

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-Occupied58.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,782
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Nice, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death12,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities148

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Nice has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,489 ft (454 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,455/sq mi
Coordinates39.1262°N, 122.8553°W
County FIPS06033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,455/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants147
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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