Woodland, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Woodland is a mid-size city in California with a population of 61,256. Residents earn $87,880 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
61,256 Population 3,998/sq mi density
$87,880 Median Income $38,559 per capita
$505,200 Home Value $549,728 Zillow
$1,500 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
524 Violent Crime/100K 3,089 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$87,880 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$505,200 home value, $1,500/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
524 violent crimes/100K (38% above avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,880
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $505,200
79% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 524/100K
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population61,256
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density3,998/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,880
Per Capita$38,559
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$505,200
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$549,728
Rent Burden29.8%

Crime

F
Violent524/100K
Property3,089/100K
Murder5.3/100K
Assault394/100K
Burglary748/100K

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Elevation49 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+84.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.6%
EV Stations38
Libraries9

Is Woodland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Woodland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland is $87,880, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland is $505,200, making it a premium housing market at 79% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 524 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,089 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Woodland has a population of 61,256 with a density of 3,998 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.4%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

61,256
Total Population
3,998
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
15.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.7%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.3%
201% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland is $87,880, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Woodland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,880
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,559
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland is $505,200, 79% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $549,728.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$505,200
79% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$549,728
Median List Price$580,490

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$580,490
$/Sq Ft$304
Homes Sold35
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,199
Rent Burden29.8%

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-Occupied58.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Woodland, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
Woodland has a violent crime rate of 524 per 100,000 residents, 38% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,089 per 100,000 (58% above US avg). The murder rate is 5.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent524.2/100K
38% above US avg
Murder5.3/100K
16% below US avg
Rape22.9/100K
Robbery102.0/100K
Assault394.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,088.6/100K
58% above US avg
Burglary747.5/100K
Theft1,919.0/100K
Vehicle Theft422.1/100K
Arson51.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodland has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area15.3 sq mi (39.7 km²)
Population Density3,998/sq mi
Coordinates38.6712°N, 121.7500°W
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.2%
10% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,998/sq mi
Total Area15.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
EV Charging Stations38
Alt Fuel Stations49
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home12.1%

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