North Richmond, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Richmond is a small town in California with a population of 3,935. Residents earn $82,926 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,935 Population 2,831/sq mi density
$82,926 Median Income $28,655 per capita
$546,600 Home Value
$1,920 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,926 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$546,600 home value, $1,920/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,926
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $546,600
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,920
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,935
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density2,831/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,926
Per Capita$28,655
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute30 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$546,600
Rent$1,920
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+70.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute30 min
Libraries34

Is North Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Richmond is $82,926, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Richmond is $546,600, making it a premium housing market at 94% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,920 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Richmond enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Richmond has a population of 3,935 with a density of 2,831 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (14%), with 9.6% White, 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

3,935
Total Population
2,831
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.2%
60% below US avg
Spanish68.8%
413% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Richmond is $82,926, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: North Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,926
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,655
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% 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 Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in North Richmond is $546,600, 94% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,920 (65% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$546,600
94% above US avg
Median List Price$549,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$549,500
$/Sq Ft$424
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,920
65% 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-Occupied65.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In North Richmond, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Safety Score

North Richmond has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density2,831/sq mi
Coordinates37.9653°N, 122.3706°W
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% 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+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+70.1%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,831/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home11.3%

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