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Richvale, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Richvale is a small town in California with a population of 298. Residents earn $73,333 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
298 Population 320/sq mi density
$73,333 Median Income $23,282 per capita
$249,500 Home Value $319,790 Zillow
63°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$73,333 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$249,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,333
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $249,500
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,333
Per Capita$23,282
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$249,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,790
Housing Units83
Rent Burden34.1%

Health

Obesity29.1%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking13.6%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation104 ft (32 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+17.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute32 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries7

Is Richvale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richvale receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Richvale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richvale is $73,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richvale is $249,500, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Richvale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Richvale has a population of 298 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.8%), with 12.8% Hispanic.

Population

298
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.1%
Female 30.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Richvale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richvale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richvale is $73,333, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Richvale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,333
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,282
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home67.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Richvale is $249,500, 11% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,790.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,500
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$319,790

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.1%

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-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Richvale, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,707
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:113
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Richvale has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation104 ft (32 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates39.4937°N, 121.7508°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+17.9%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home67.6%

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