Rio Dell, CA

California

Rio Dell is a small town in California with a population of 3,371. Residents earn $46,055 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
3,371 Population 1,359/sq mi density
$46,055 Median Income $24,427 per capita
$313,400 Home Value $304,507 Zillow
$1,057 Median Rent 37.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
566 Violent Crime/100K 1,697 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,055 median income, 6.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$313,400 home value, $1,057/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
566 violent crimes/100K (49% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,055
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $313,400
11% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 566/100K
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,371
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1,359/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,055
Per Capita$24,427
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute23 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$313,400
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,507
Rent Burden37.7%

Crime

F
Violent566/100K
Property1,697/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault536/100K
Burglary566/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation648 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+90.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Rio Dell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rio Dell receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Rio Dell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rio Dell is $46,055, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rio Dell is $313,400, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 566 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,697 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rio Dell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rio Dell has a population of 3,371 with a density of 1,359 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61%), with 13.2% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

3,371
Total Population
1,359
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rio Dell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rio Dell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rio Dell is $46,055, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Rio Dell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,055
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,427
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rio Dell is $313,400, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,507.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,400
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,507
Median List Price$292,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$292,500
$/Sq Ft$241
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.5%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below US avg
Rent Burden37.7%

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-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Rio Dell, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rio Dell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Rio Dell has a violent crime rate of 566 per 100,000 residents, 49% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,697 per 100,000 (13% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent565.8/100K
49% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault536.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,697.4/100K
13% below US avg
Burglary565.8/100K
Theft953.0/100K
Vehicle Theft178.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rio Dell has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation648 ft (198 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density1,359/sq mi
Coordinates40.4956°N, 124.1152°W
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,359/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home10.8%

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