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Potter Valley, CA
Full City Profile · California · Mendocino County County
Potter Valley, CA
At a Glance
How Potter Valley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Potter Valley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Potter Valley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Potter Valley residents earn a median household income of $79,844 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,894. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,522 business establishments, including 336 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Potter Valley is $474,300 , 68% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $431,983. Median rent is $1,652/month, with 43.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Potter Valley reports 846 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 123% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,479/100K.
Education
23.7% of adults in Potter Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Potter Valley has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.