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Riverdale Park, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Riverdale Park is a small town in California with a population of 998. Residents earn $61,802 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
998 Population 688/sq mi density
$61,802 Median Income $31,432 per capita
$1,555 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,802 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$1,555/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,802
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,555
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population998
Median Age22.0 yrs
Density688/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,802
Per Capita$31,432
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$32,065M
Commute41 min

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,555
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units233
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured19.1%
Smoking15.5%
Depression20.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation76 ft (23 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+79.3%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute41 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries14

Is Riverdale Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverdale Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Riverdale Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverdale Park is $61,802, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,555 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverdale Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Riverdale Park has a population of 998 with a density of 688 people per square mile. The median age is 22.0 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23.5%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

998
Total Population
688
People / sq mi
22.0yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%
Female 36.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverdale Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only11.7%
85% below US avg
Spanish88.3%
559% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverdale Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverdale Park is $61,802, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Riverdale Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,802
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$69,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,952
County GDP$32,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,051
Healthcare1,247
Retail1,486
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone49.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,555 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,555
34% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied55.9%
Housing Units233
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
In Riverdale Park, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Riverdale Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.5%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Uninsured19.1%
122% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,528
Dentists1:1,414
Mental Health1:354
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death9,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Riverdale Park has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation76 ft (23 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density688/sq mi
Coordinates37.6022°N, 121.0395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+79.3%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density688/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Restaurants1,051
Retail Stores1,486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone49.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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