Median Income
$68,108
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$216,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.7%
19% higher than US avg
How Ricardo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,070
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Economy
B+
Median Income$68,108
Per Capita$27,323
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute45 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$216,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Elevation58 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+67.9%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute45 min
Libraries1
Is Ricardo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ricardo receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ricardo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ricardo is $68,108, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ricardo is $216,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 67.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Ricardo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Ricardo has a population of 1,070 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.6%).
Population
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 62.3% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Spanish | 37.7% |
| 181% above US avg |
The median household income in Ricardo is $68,108, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,108 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,323 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,998 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 631 |
| County GDP | $1,563M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 86 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,955 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 44.7 min |
| Work from Home | 12.7% |
The median home value in Ricardo is $216,300, 23% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $216,300 |
| 23% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,955 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.22% |
In Ricardo, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ricardo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 8.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.5% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,643/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Crime Rates: Ricardo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ricardo has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
57°F Jan (14°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above US avg |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.3 inches |
| 20% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 58 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 240/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.4186°N, 97.8476°W |
| County FIPS | 48273 |