Choose Country

North Gate, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Gate is a small town in California with a population of 719. Residents earn $204,024 per year, which is 171% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
719 Population 972/sq mi density
$204,024 Median Income $91,927 per capita
$1,732,100 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$204,024 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$1,732,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
85.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $204,024
171% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,732,100
514% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 85.6%
154% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.3%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population719
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density972/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$204,024
Per Capita$91,927
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$96,579M
Commute24 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,732,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units284
Rent Burden32.4%

Health

Obesity23.3%
Uninsured3.4%
Smoking5.4%
Depression20.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation283 ft (86 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+85.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+51.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 67%
Commute24 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries33

Is North Gate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Gate receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Gate stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Gate is $204,024, which is significantly higher than the national average — 171% above $75,149. This places North Gate among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 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 North Gate is $1,732,100, making it a premium housing market at 514% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

North Gate is a highly educated community — 85.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Gate enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Gate has a population of 719 with a density of 972 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%).

Population

719
Total Population
972
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

North Gate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.4%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.6%
203% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Gate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Gate is $204,024, which is 171% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: North Gate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$204,024
171% above US avg
Per Capita Income$91,927
Avg Weekly Wage$1,658
IRS Avg AGI$143,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,474
County GDP$96,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,228
Healthcare3,572
Retail2,390
Manufacturing495

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone51.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in North Gate is $1,732,100, 514% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,732,100
514% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.4%

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-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units284
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In North Gate, 23.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.4% of residents lack health insurance. 5.4% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 13.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.3%
27% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
High Blood Pressure23.0%
Asthma9.2%
COPD2.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.4%
61% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity13.1%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress8.2%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured3.4%
60% below US avg
Primary Care1:986
Dentists1:1,070
Mental Health1:243
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits79.2%
Premature Death5,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access97.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,572
North Gate has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation283 ft (86 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density972/sq mi
Coordinates37.9055°N, 121.9979°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 85.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (154% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 67.3%

Winner: Democrat by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+85.6%
154% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+51.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density972/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Restaurants2,228
Retail Stores2,390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone51.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

Nearby Cities

Walnut Creek, CA 69,790 pop · 2.3 mi San Miguel CDP (Contra Costa County), CA 3,991 pop · 2.5 mi Contra Costa Centre, CA 7,127 pop · 3.4 mi Alamo, CA 14,441 pop · 3.6 mi Castle Hill, CA 1,303 pop · 3.9 mi Acalanes Ridge, CA 1,025 pop · 4.4 mi Clayton, CA 10,962 pop · 4.4 mi Saranap, CA 5,693 pop · 4.4 mi Concord, CA 124,260 pop · 4.6 mi Diablo, CA 1,072 pop · 5.0 mi Pleasant Hill, CA 34,335 pop · 5.4 mi Reliez Valley, CA 3,006 pop · 6.2 mi Danville, CA 43,426 pop · 6.6 mi Lafayette, CA 25,277 pop · 6.7 mi
Compare North Gate with another city: