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Point Reyes Station, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Point Reyes Station is a small town in California with a population of 465.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
465 Population 128/sq mi density
$1,717,100 Home Value $1,476,859 Zillow
$1,992 Median Rent 39.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
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Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,717,100
509% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.2%
22% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,992
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.2%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
9% lower than US avg

How Point Reyes Station Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population465
Median Age75.4 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$36,854M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$1,717,100
Rent$1,992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,476,859
Housing Units399
Rent Burden39.9%

Health

Obesity22.2%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking8.5%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation152 ft (46 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.2%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+14.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.7%
EV Stations7
Libraries21

Is Point Reyes Station a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Point Reyes Station receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Point Reyes Station stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point Reyes Station is $1,717,100, making it a premium housing market at 509% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,992 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Point Reyes Station 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.

Point Reyes Station has a population of 465 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 75.4 years, 94% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

465
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
75.4yrs
Median Age
94% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Point Reyes Station vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Point Reyes Station vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point Reyes Station is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Point Reyes Station vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,588
Avg Weekly Wage$1,799
IRS Avg AGI$247,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
9% 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)
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Point Reyes Station is $1,717,100, 509% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,992 (71% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,476,859.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,717,100
509% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,476,859

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,992
71% above US avg
Rent Burden39.9%

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-Occupied55.4%
Housing Units399
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Point Reyes Station, 22.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Point Reyes Station vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.2%
31% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits72.8%
Premature Death4,149/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Point Reyes Station 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

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates38.0846°N, 122.8092°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06041
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 63.9-point margin. 73.7% 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+41.2%
22% above US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+14.5%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.7%
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Restaurants708
Retail Stores938

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

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