Sonora, CA
Full City Profile · California · Merced County County
Sonora, CA
At a Glance
How Sonora Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sonora's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sonora a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sonora residents earn a median household income of $62,621 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,503. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,584 business establishments, including 403 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sonora is $379,300 , 35% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $402,935. Median rent is $1,164/month, with 33.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Sonora reports 941 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 148% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,107/100K.
Education
30.2% of adults in Sonora hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sonora has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.