Richgrove, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Richgrove is a small town in California with a population of 2,136. Residents earn $54,091 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,136 Population 4,747/sq mi density
$54,091 Median Income $12,978 per capita
$201,200 Home Value $252,315 Zillow
$917 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$54,091 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$201,200 home value, $917/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
1.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,091
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $201,200
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,136
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density4,747/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,091
Per Capita$12,978
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty31.2%
County GDP$25,415M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,200
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,315

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Elevation512 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+52.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries22

Is Richgrove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richgrove receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Richgrove has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richgrove is $54,091, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richgrove is $201,200, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Richgrove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Richgrove has a population of 2,136 with a density of 4,747 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.7%).

Population

2,136
Total Population
4,747
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Richgrove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only13.6%
83% below US avg
Spanish86.4%
545% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Richgrove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richgrove is $54,091, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Richgrove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,091
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,978
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,758
County GDP$25,415M

Business (County)

Restaurants731
Healthcare1,016
Retail1,095
Manufacturing237

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Richgrove is $201,200, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,315.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,200
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,315

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below 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-Occupied45.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Richgrove, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 47.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes19.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity47.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress21.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death9,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,016

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Richgrove has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density4,747/sq mi
Coordinates35.7966°N, 119.1069°W
County FIPS06107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.9%
94% below US avg
High School+52.9%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,747/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,016
Restaurants731
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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