Patterson, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Patterson is a small city in California with a population of 24,306. Residents earn $93,542 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
24,306 Population 3,120/sq mi density
$93,542 Median Income $29,365 per capita
$427,400 Home Value $504,391 Zillow
$1,391 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
191 Violent Crime/100K 2,984 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$93,542 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$427,400 home value, $1,391/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
191 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,542
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $427,400
52% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 191/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,391
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24,306
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density3,120/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,542
Per Capita$29,365
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$32,065M
Commute47 min

Housing

A
Home Value$427,400
Rent$1,391
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$504,391

Crime

F
Violent191/100K
Property2,984/100K
Murder4.8/100K
Assault91/100K
Burglary949/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation116 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+74.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute47 min
EV Stations9
Libraries14

Is Patterson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patterson receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Patterson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patterson is $93,542, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patterson is $427,400, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,391 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Patterson is below the national average at 191 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,984 per 100,000, 52% above the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Patterson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Patterson has a population of 24,306 with a density of 3,120 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.

Population

24,306
Total Population
3,120
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Patterson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.3%
51% below US avg
Spanish61.7%
360% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Patterson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patterson is $93,542, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Patterson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,542
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,365
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$69,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,952
County GDP$32,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,051
Healthcare1,247
Retail1,486
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.7 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Patterson is $427,400, 52% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,391 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $504,391.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$427,400
52% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$504,391
Median List Price$479,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$479,000
$/Sq Ft$244
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops26.8%
Inventory56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,391
20% 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-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.19%
In Patterson, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death9,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Patterson has a violent crime rate of 191 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,984 per 100,000 (52% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.8 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent190.7/100K
50% below US avg
Murder4.8/100K
24% below US avg
Rape9.5/100K
Robbery85.8/100K
Assault90.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,984.2/100K
52% above US avg
Burglary948.7/100K
Theft1,315.7/100K
Vehicle Theft719.8/100K
Arson23.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Patterson has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation116 ft (35 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density3,120/sq mi
Coordinates37.4759°N, 121.1539°W
County FIPS06099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+74.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,120/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Restaurants1,051
Retail Stores1,486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.7 min
Work from Home8.9%

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