Valinda, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Valinda is a small city in California with a population of 21,626. Residents earn $99,979 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
21,626 Population 10,759/sq mi density
$99,979 Median Income $30,128 per capita
$613,200 Home Value $766,727 Zillow
$2,051 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$99,979 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$613,200 home value, $2,051/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,979
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $613,200
118% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,051
76% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,626
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density10,759/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 21%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,979
Per Capita$30,128
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute32 min

Housing

B
Home Value$613,200
Rent$2,051
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$766,727

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Elevation387 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+70.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute32 min
Libraries258

Is Valinda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valinda receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Valinda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valinda is $99,979, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Valinda among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valinda is $613,200, making it a premium housing market at 118% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,051 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Valinda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Valinda has a population of 21,626 with a density of 10,759 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (20.5%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

21,626
Total Population
10,759
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Valinda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.6%
66% below US avg
Spanish73.4%
448% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Valinda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valinda is $99,979, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Valinda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,979
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,128
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Valinda is $613,200, 118% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,051 (76% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $766,727.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$613,200
118% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$766,727
Median List Price$769,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$769,000
$/Sq Ft$590
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio102.3%
Price Drops6.3%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,051
76% above 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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Valinda, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes12.8%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma8.3%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Valinda has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density10,759/sq mi
Coordinates34.0400°N, 117.9301°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+70.5%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,759/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

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