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Petaluma Center, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Petaluma Center is a small town in California with a population of 815. Residents earn $74,250 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
815 Population 697/sq mi density
$74,250 Median Income $21,853 per capita
$2,431 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$2,431/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,250
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,431
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population815
Median Age22.3 yrs
Density697/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,250
Per Capita$21,853
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$36,854M
Commute13 min

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,431
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units199
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking11.4%
Depression22.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation91 ft (28 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute13 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries21

Is Petaluma Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petaluma Center receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Petaluma Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petaluma Center is $74,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,431 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Petaluma Center enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Petaluma Center has a population of 815 with a density of 697 people per square mile. The median age is 22.3 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 6.4% Black.

Population

815
Total Population
697
People / sq mi
22.3yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Petaluma Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.5%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.5%
128% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Petaluma Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petaluma Center is $74,250, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Petaluma Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,250
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,853
Avg Weekly Wage$1,799
IRS Avg AGI$247,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,900
County GDP$36,854M

Business (County)

Restaurants708
Healthcare1,246
Retail938
Manufacturing193

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,431 (109% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,431
109% above US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

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-Occupied1.3%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
In Petaluma Center, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Petaluma Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.7%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:671
Dentists1:803
Mental Health1:104
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits67.1%
Premature Death4,149/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Petaluma Center has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density697/sq mi
Coordinates38.2507°N, 122.7888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06041
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 63.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 80.6%

Winner: Democrat by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density697/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Restaurants708
Retail Stores938

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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