North Fair Oaks, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Fair Oaks is a small city in California with a population of 13,327. Residents earn $106,690 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,327 Population 11,106/sq mi density
$106,690 Median Income $47,733 per capita
$1,209,600 Home Value
$2,284 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$106,690 median income, 4.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,209,600 home value, $2,284/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,690
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,209,600
329% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,284
96% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

How North Fair Oaks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13,327
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density11,106/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

A
Median Income$106,690
Per Capita$47,733
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,209,600
Rent$2,284
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Elevation28 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+70.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute22 min
Libraries34

Is North Fair Oaks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Fair Oaks receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Fair Oaks has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Fair Oaks is $106,690, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places North Fair Oaks among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Fair Oaks is $1,209,600, making it a premium housing market at 329% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,284 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Fair Oaks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Fair Oaks has a population of 13,327 with a density of 11,106 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (30.8%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

13,327
Total Population
11,106
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

North Fair Oaks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.3%
60% below US avg
Spanish68.7%
413% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Fair Oaks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Fair Oaks is $106,690, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: North Fair Oaks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,690
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,733
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,186
County GDP$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,143
Healthcare2,617
Retail1,916
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in North Fair Oaks is $1,209,600, 329% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,284 (96% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,209,600
329% above US avg
Median List Price$1,949,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,949,000
$/Sq Ft$1,217
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio107.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,284
96% 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-Occupied51.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In North Fair Oaks, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Fair Oaks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,617

Crime Rates: North Fair Oaks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Safety Score

North Fair Oaks has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation28 ft (9 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density11,106/sq mi
Coordinates37.4754°N, 122.2035°W
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+70.6%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density11,106/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Restaurants2,143
Retail Stores1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home16.4%

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