California · Metropolitan Area
Rio Vista is a small city in California with a population of 10,002. Residents earn $86,970 per year, which is 16% above the national average.
Based on current data, Rio Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Rio Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rio Vista is $86,970, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Rio Vista is $480,300, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,624 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 486 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,482 per 100,000, 24% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Rio Vista enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 83.5% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,970 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,519 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,373 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,306 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,772 |
| County GDP | $37,695M |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Healthcare | 1,087 |
| Retail | 1,013 |
| Manufacturing | 258 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
| Commute Time | 36.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |
| Census Median | $480,300 |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $462,342 |
| Median List Price | $450,000 |
| Median List Price | $450,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $255 |
| Homes Sold | 26 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 15.6% |
| Inventory | 96 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,624 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,398 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,385/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Total Violent | 485.6/100K |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 12.8/100K |
| Robbery | 12.8/100K |
| Assault | 460.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,482.4/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 511.2/100K |
| Theft | 677.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 293.9/100K |
| Arson | 25.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 24.8 inches |
| 35% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 38 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,515/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1767°N, 121.7034°W |
| County FIPS | 06095 |
Winner: Democrat by 23 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.4% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,515/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Retail Stores | 1,013 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 36.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |