Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.55 |
| Below Poverty | 20.0% ▲ 100% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.1% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.2% ▲ 128% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,367 (7.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 21,626 (30%) |
| Some College | 10,909 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 14,500 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 7,213 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,523 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,584 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $339,129 ▲ 22% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,319/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 45,112 |
| Vacant Units | 5,519 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Madera County is located in California and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 142,739 residents. With a median age of 34.84, it is a relatively young county.
Madera County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,584 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.2%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 20.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Madera County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $339,129 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,318. Homeownership rates are high at 60.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Madera County are majority Hispanic (62.73%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Madera County, CA is a solidly middle-class area in California. The 12 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93601 | Ahwahnee | 1,248 | $76,429 | $393,100 | — | 8.3% | 33.9% |
| 93604 | Bass Lake | 518 | $181,375 | $1,043,300 | — | 0.0% | 72.6% |
| 93610 | Chowchilla | 24,088 | $66,567 | $342,000 | $1,239 | 9.6% | 28.6% |
| 93614 | Coarsegold | 11,144 | $87,393 | $355,100 | $1,859 | 7.3% | 36.0% |
| 93637 | Madera | 42,278 | $74,621 | $369,200 | $1,345 | 10.5% | 27.0% |
| 93638 | Madera | 51,502 | $60,031 | $291,500 | $1,218 | 12.6% | 19.1% |
| 93643 | North Fork | 2,778 | $67,612 | $339,300 | $1,293 | 20.0% | 37.2% |
| 93645 | O Neals | 1,082 | $77,138 | $366,700 | — | 33.3% | 40.6% |
| 93644 | Oakhurst | 6,490 | $75,241 | $378,000 | $1,301 | 11.3% | 34.4% |
| 93653 | Raymond | 1,314 | $103,750 | $517,700 | $1,463 | 10.2% | 38.6% |
| 93669 | Wishon | 297 | $78,125 | $289,500 | — | 0.0% | 11.1% |