Vineyard, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Vineyard is a mid-size city in California with a population of 42,645. Residents earn $108,403 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
42,645 Population 2,274/sq mi density
$108,403 Median Income $39,812 per capita
$552,400 Home Value
$1,984 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$108,403 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$552,400 home value, $1,984/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,403
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $552,400
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,984
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42,645
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density2,274/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,403
Per Capita$39,812
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$552,400
Rent$1,984
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation69 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+85.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute29 min
Libraries32

Is Vineyard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vineyard receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Vineyard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vineyard is $108,403, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Vineyard among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vineyard is $552,400, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,984 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Vineyard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Vineyard has a population of 42,645 with a density of 2,274 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.9%), with 2% Hispanic, 10% Black.

Population

42,645
Total Population
2,274
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
18.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Vineyard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.7%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.3%
231% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vineyard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vineyard is $108,403, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Vineyard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,403
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,812
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Vineyard is $552,400, 96% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,984 (71% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$552,400
96% above US avg
Median List Price$599,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$599,000
$/Sq Ft$302
Homes Sold28
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops27.6%
Inventory58

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,984
71% 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)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Vineyard, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Safety Score

Vineyard has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area18.8 sq mi (48.6 km²)
Population Density2,274/sq mi
Coordinates38.4740°N, 121.3240°W
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,274/sq mi
Total Area18.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home12.9%

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