Sonoma State University, CA
At a Glance
Bachelor's Degree+
46.3%
87.5% high school+
Obesity Rate
21.7%
9.8% smoking rate
How Sonoma State University Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sonoma State University's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Thin vertical line = U.S. national average (100%)
Is Sonoma State University a Good Place to Live?
A+
4.7 / 5.0 - Excellent
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.
Education
46.3% of adults in Sonoma State University hold a bachelor's degree or higher
(37% above the national average).
87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sonoma State University has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C).
Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.
Data Overview
People
Population1,957
Median Age19.6 yrs
Density4,660/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Foreign Born8.5%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median Income
Per Capita$6,728
Unemployment22.6%
Poverty
County GDP$39,448M
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
Housing
Home Value
Rent
Ownership
Zillow$704,335
Rent Burden32.1%
Health
Obesity21.7%
Diabetes7.2%
Smoking9.8%
Heart Disease2.7%
Premature Death5,997/100K
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
Rain25.6 in/yr
AQI19 (Good)
Elevation157 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+46.3%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+34.1%
School Score5.0/10
Community
2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute14 min
Internet Speed108 Mbps
EV Stations48
Libraries16
Did You Know?
The nearest airport is Metro Oakland International (49 miles).
The Gini coefficient (income inequality) is 0.459 (U.S. avg: 0.490).
Natural hazard risk is rated "Relatively High" by FEMA.
14.3% of the population has a disability.
Average internet download speed is 108 Mbps.
There are 1,311 restaurants in the area.
The county recorded 38 fatal vehicle crashes.
364 declared natural disasters on record.