Santa Nella, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Santa Nella is a small town in California with a population of 1,686. Residents earn $87,375 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,686 Population 360/sq mi density
$87,375 Median Income $24,771 per capita
$467,300 Home Value
$927 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,375 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$467,300 home value, $927/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,375
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $467,300
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $927
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,686
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,375
Per Capita$24,771
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$32,065M
Commute54 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$467,300
Rent$927
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation149 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+69.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute54 min
EV Stations3
Libraries14

Is Santa Nella a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Nella receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Santa Nella offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santa Nella is $87,375, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Santa Nella is $467,300, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $927 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Santa Nella enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Santa Nella has a population of 1,686 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.8%).

Population

1,686
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Nella vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.3%
51% below US avg
Spanish61.7%
360% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Santa Nella vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Nella is $87,375, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Santa Nella vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,375
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,771
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$69,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.7 min
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Santa Nella is $467,300, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $927 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$467,300
66% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$927
20% 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-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Santa Nella, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Nella vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death9,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,247

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Safety Score

Santa Nella has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation149 ft (45 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates37.1012°N, 121.0157°W
County FIPS06099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+69.4%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Restaurants1,051
Retail Stores1,486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.7 min
Work from Home17.4%

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