Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 24.7% ▲ 147% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.6% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 12.2% ▲ 149% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 121 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,688 (13.9%) |
| Some College | 1,250 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 2,349 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,306 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,461 (44.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,324 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $478,600 ▲ 72% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,300/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,797 |
| Vacant Units | 937 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Arcata is a city in California, located in Humboldt County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 21,684 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 29.2 years.
Economically, Arcata is a working-class community. The median household income of $54,324 is below the national average. Approximately 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 12.2%, more than double the national average.
The real estate market in Arcata is a premium housing market. Median home values stand at $478,600, which is significantly above the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,300 per month. At 36.7% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Arcata is well-educated. 55.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is primarily White (71.63%).
Arcata, CA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within California. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95521 | 21,684 | $54,324 | $478,600 | $1,300 | 12.2% | 55.6% | 36.7% |