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Valley Acres, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Valley Acres is a small town in California with a population of 437. Residents earn $87,407 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
437 Population 106/sq mi density
$87,407 Median Income $40,611 per capita
$223,100 Home Value
$1,153 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$87,407 median income, 13.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$223,100 home value, $1,153/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,407
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $223,100
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,153
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.7%
281% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$87,407
Per Capita$40,611
Unemployment13.7%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,100
Rent$1,153
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units224
Rent Burden13.1%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking18.5%
Depression27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation428 ft (130 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+73.0%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries28

Is Valley Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley Acres receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Valley Acres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley Acres is $87,407, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. 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 Valley Acres is $223,100, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,153 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Valley Acres has a population of 437 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

437
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.0%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.0%
199% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Acres is $87,407, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Valley Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,407
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,611
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.7%
281% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Acres is $223,100, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,153 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,100
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,153
1% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

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-Occupied56.8%
Housing Units224
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Valley Acres, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valley Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.4%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits50.3%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Valley Acres has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation428 ft (130 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates35.2087°N, 119.4107°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+73.0%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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