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Silverado, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Silverado is a small town in California with a population of 890. Residents earn $90,104 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
890 Population 156/sq mi density
$90,104 Median Income $50,466 per capita
$658,500 Home Value $1,042,381 Zillow
$2,110 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$90,104 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$658,500 home value, $2,110/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,104
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $658,500
134% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.3%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,110
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population890
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,104
Per Capita$50,466
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute39 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$658,500
Rent$2,110
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,042,381
Housing Units413
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity25.0%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking9.3%
Depression24.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,675 ft (511 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.3%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute39 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries67

Is Silverado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silverado receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Silverado offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silverado is $90,104, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silverado is $658,500, making it a premium housing market at 134% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,110 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Silverado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 59°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 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Silverado has a population of 890 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

890
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Silverado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.5%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.5%
53% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Silverado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silverado is $90,104, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Silverado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,104
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,466
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.4 min
Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home21.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Silverado is $658,500, 134% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,110 (81% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,042,381.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$658,500
134% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,042,381

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,110
81% 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-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units413
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Silverado, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.3% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.3%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,004
Dentists1:810
Mental Health1:250
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Silverado has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,675 ft (511 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates33.7482°N, 117.6285°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.3%
26% above US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.4 min
Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home21.3%

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