Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 9.4% ▲ 93% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,599 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,065 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 7,403 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 11,418 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 6,009 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,706 (27%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,829 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $496,339 ▲ 78% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,343/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 41,550 |
| Vacant Units | 7,070 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mendocino County is located in California and encompasses 28 ZIP codes spanning 28 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 90,501 residents. With a median age of 43.89, it is a middle-aged county.
Mendocino County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,828 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.4%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Mendocino County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $496,339 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,343. Homeownership rates are high at 60.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mendocino County are majority White (62.19%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mendocino County, CA is a solidly middle-class area in California. The 28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95410 | Albion | 642 | $39,628 | $706,300 | — | 5.8% | 61.7% |
| 95415 | Boonville | 1,296 | $54,423 | $638,200 | $1,330 | 14.9% | 47.4% |
| 95427 | Comptche | 609 | $54,970 | $867,900 | — | 15.9% | 49.6% |
| 95428 | Covelo | 2,667 | $44,286 | $376,400 | $913 | 22.2% | 21.6% |
| 95437 | Fort Bragg | 15,106 | $55,061 | $541,400 | $1,367 | 10.9% | 35.6% |
| 95445 | Gualala | 2,102 | $93,365 | $664,700 | $2,208 | 0.0% | 56.2% |
| 95449 | Hopland | 1,828 | $80,149 | $597,200 | $1,673 | 14.9% | 29.2% |
| 95454 | Laytonville | 1,676 | $40,053 | $385,000 | $750 | 19.9% | 10.6% |
| 95585 | Leggett | 598 | $36,349 | $373,500 | $915 | 4.5% | 30.3% |
| 95456 | Little River | 965 | $60,972 | $489,900 | $859 | 2.0% | 67.5% |
| 95459 | Manchester | 718 | $66,250 | $643,100 | — | 10.4% | 28.7% |
| 95460 | Mendocino | 2,144 | $68,478 | $666,200 | $1,908 | 3.2% | 47.1% |
| 95466 | Philo | 582 | $52,614 | $698,900 | — | 8.4% | 56.9% |
| 95468 | Point Arena | 1,992 | $104,429 | $451,400 | $1,792 | 9.2% | 51.7% |
| 95469 | Potter Valley | 1,503 | $66,402 | $593,800 | $1,406 | 0.6% | 47.4% |
| 95470 | Redwood Valley | 6,122 | $66,516 | $533,000 | $1,285 | 10.0% | 37.8% |
| 95482 | Ukiah | 33,396 | $70,063 | $473,000 | $1,335 | 8.9% | 35.3% |
| 95490 | Willits | 14,627 | $67,069 | $383,900 | $1,243 | 7.6% | 33.8% |