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Sunol, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Sunol is a small town in California with a population of 931. Residents earn $182,250 per year, which is 143% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
931 Population 33/sq mi density
$182,250 Median Income $94,218 per capita
$1,514,900 Home Value $1,417,069 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$182,250 median income, 4.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$1,514,900 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $182,250
143% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,514,900
437% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.3%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.3%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population931
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$182,250
Per Capita$94,218
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$182,539M
Commute36 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,514,900
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,417,069
Housing Units353
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity21.3%
Uninsured4.4%
Smoking6.5%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.3%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+25.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 75%
Commute36 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries50

Is Sunol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunol receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Sunol offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunol is $182,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 143% above $75,149. This places Sunol among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunol is $1,514,900, making it a premium housing market at 437% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunol enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sunol has a population of 931 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

931
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
28.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.5%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.5%
60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunol is $182,250, which is 143% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Sunol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$182,250
143% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,885
IRS Avg AGI$140,099

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,285
County GDP$182,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,325
Healthcare5,301
Retail4,113
Manufacturing1,684

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,901
240% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunol is $1,514,900, 437% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,417,069.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,514,900
437% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,417,069

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

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-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units353
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,901
240% above US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Sunol, 21.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.4% of residents lack health insurance. 6.5% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 12.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.3%
34% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure22.8%
Asthma9.0%
COPD2.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity12.8%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured4.4%
49% below US avg
Primary Care1:893
Dentists1:962
Mental Health1:130
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits76.0%
Premature Death5,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.6%
Healthcare Facilities5,301
Sunol has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.6 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area28.3 sq mi (73.2 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates37.5859°N, 121.8805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06001
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21%
D 74.6%

Winner: Democrat by 53.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.3%
43% above US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+25.8%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area28.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries50
Healthcare Facilities5,301
Restaurants4,325
Retail Stores4,113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)106

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home20.8%

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