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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 55.7% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 44.3% |
| 231% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $108,403 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,812 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,541 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,943 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 73,284 |
| County GDP | $135,538M |
| Restaurants | 3,301 |
| Healthcare | 4,098 |
| Retail | 3,717 |
| Manufacturing | 761 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,181 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.12% |
| Commute Time | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
| Census Median | $552,400 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $302 |
| Homes Sold | 28 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 27.6% |
| Inventory | 58 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,984 |
| 71% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,181 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.12% |
| Obesity | 26.6% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,098 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 204 |
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 18.8 sq mi (48.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4740°N, 121.3240°W |
| County FIPS | 06067 |
Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.3% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,274/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 32 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,098 |
| Restaurants | 3,301 |
| Retail Stores | 3,717 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 204 |
| Avg Commute | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |