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Napa, CA Metro Area

Napa, CA · Metro Area

134,869Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$111,471
Median home value
$869,500
Land area
752 sq mi
179 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Napa County, CACentral134,869$111,471$869,500

Largest cities and towns

11 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Napa, CACity78,239$105,963
American Canyon, CACity21,691$121,700
St. Helena, CACity5,318$148,750
Calistoga, CACity5,111$85,446
Yountville, CACity3,348$80,342
Angwin, CACDP2,931$117,500
Silverado Resort, CACDP892$173,832
Deer Park, CACDP720$136,615
Moskowite Corner, CACDP225$145,326
Rutherford, CACDP84$250,000+
Oakville, CACDP0—

Also in the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
8.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
College Educated
39.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$111,471
Mean Household Income
$161,672

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
50.0%
Female
50.0%

Population Split

Male50.0%
Female50.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican30.5%
English10.2%
German9.8%
Irish8.3%
Italian5.5%
French1.9%
Scottish1.8%
Polish1.2%
African0.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

22.2%Foreign Born
77.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized55.7%
Non-Citizen44.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later16.1%
Before 201083.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
55,817
Median Rent
$2,237/mo
Median Home Value
$869,500
Median Year Built
1976

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
30,472
College Enrollment
25.0%
High School
23.1%
College Educated
39.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
24.9 min
Drive Alone Rate
70.3%
Public Transit
1.1%
Work From Home
14.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
19.4%
18-34 Years
20.2%
35-64 Years
39.3%
65+ Years
21.1%

Population Composition

Under 1819.4%
18-3420.2%
35-6439.3%
65+21.1%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
50.9%
Single Parent
4.8%
Living Alone
26.0%
Avg Size
2.63

Household Types

Married Couples50.9%
Single Parent4.8%
Living Alone26.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$61,040
SNAP Usage
6.9%
Health Insurance
94.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k9.1%
$25k - $50k12.4%
$50k - $100k23.5%
$100k+55.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
12.9%
Retail Trade
9.8%
Education & Health Care
22.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.3%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
93.5%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
97.6%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
112.5
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
63.7
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)