Home Value $613,600

118% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.6%

39% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.5%

11% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.2%

26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population535

Median Age58.0 yrs

Density159/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 65%

Veterans12.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$40,728

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty9.2%

County GDP$2,074M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$613,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$365,417

Housing Units190

Rent Burden33.4%

Health

Obesity28.5%

Uninsured5.9%

Smoking13.1%

Depression25.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain29.8 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation1,750 ft (533 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%

Commute25 min

Broadband61.1%

Libraries9

Is Vallecito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vallecito receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Vallecito has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vallecito is $613,600, making it a premium housing market at 118% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Vallecito enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Vallecito has a population of 535 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.4%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

535

Total Population

159

People / sq mi

58.0yrs

Median Age

49% above US avg

3.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Vallecito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vallecito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vallecito is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Vallecito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$40,728
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,112
IRS Avg AGI	$79,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.2%
	26% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,514
County GDP	$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants	118
Healthcare	90
Retail	136
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,385
	54% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.4 min
Drive Alone	82.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Vallecito is $613,600, 118% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $365,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$613,600
	118% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$365,417

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.4%

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-Occupied	83.1%
Housing Units	190
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,385
	54% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.88%

In Vallecito, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.5%
	11% below US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.5%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.1%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	19.2%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	12.7%
Short Sleep	34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.8%
Uninsured	5.9%
	31% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.3%
Dental Visits	63.6%
Premature Death	7,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	72.8%
Healthcare Facilities	90

Vallecito has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	63.0°F
	17% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	29.8 inches
	22% below US avg
Snowfall	0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,750 ft (533 m)
Area	3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density	159/sq mi
Coordinates	38.0832°N, 120.4683°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06009

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin. 61.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.8%

D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.6%
	39% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	4.69

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	159/sq mi
Total Area	3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	61.1%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	90
Restaurants	118
Retail Stores	136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	16
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.4 min
Drive Alone	82.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.3%

Vallecito, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Vallecito a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Vallecito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Vallecito vs U.S. Average

Income: Vallecito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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