Yountville, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Yountville is a small town in California with a population of 3,396. Residents earn $79,696 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,396 Population 2,279/sq mi density
$79,696 Median Income $65,863 per capita
$748,900 Home Value $1,318,799 Zillow
$2,144 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
235 Violent Crime/100K 1,343 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,696 median income, 2.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$748,900 home value, $2,144/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
235 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,696
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $748,900
166% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 235/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,144
84% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,396
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density2,279/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,696
Per Capita$65,863
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$748,900
Rent$2,144
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,318,799

Crime

F
Violent235/100K
Property1,343/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault235/100K
Burglary470/100K

Health

Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Elevation150 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute22 min
EV Stations9
Libraries5

Is Yountville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yountville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Yountville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yountville is $79,696, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yountville is $748,900, making it a premium housing market at 166% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,144 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Yountville is below the national average at 235 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,343 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Yountville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yountville has a population of 3,396 with a density of 2,279 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

3,396
Total Population
2,279
People / sq mi
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yountville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yountville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yountville is $79,696, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Yountville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,696
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,863
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Yountville is $748,900, 166% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,144 (84% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,318,799.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$748,900
166% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,318,799
Median List Price$1,695,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,695,000
$/Sq Ft$750
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio88.9%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,144
84% 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-Occupied65.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Yountville, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Yountville has a violent crime rate of 235 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,343 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent235.1/100K
38% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault235.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,343.2/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary470.1/100K
Theft805.9/100K
Vehicle Theft67.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Yountville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation150 ft (46 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density2,279/sq mi
Coordinates38.3935°N, 122.3655°W
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,279/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home21.2%

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