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Vallejo, CA Metro Area

Vallejo, CA · Metro Area

451,918Population

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
$100,401
Median home value
$617,700
Land area
822 sq mi
550 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
Solano County, CACentral451,918$100,401$617,700

Largest cities and towns

11 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Vallejo, CACity124,268$90,171
Fairfield, CACity120,785$101,895
Vacaville, CACity102,596$111,126
Suisun City, CACity29,286$94,787
Benicia, CACity26,749$121,204
Dixon, CACity19,683$102,878
Rio Vista, CACity10,102$89,306
Hartley, CACDP2,431$124,254
Allendale, CACDP1,734$107,679
Green Valley, CACDP1,364$142,000
Elmira, CACDP319$86,349

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

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
10%
Unemployment
6.5%
College Educated
28.8%
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
$100,401
Mean Household Income
$126,026

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
49.9%
Female
50.1%

Population Split

Male49.9%
Female50.1%

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

Mexican22.2%
German6.8%
Irish6.3%
English6.3%
Italian3.6%
French1.6%
African1.6%
Scottish1.2%
Polish0.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

20.8%Foreign Born
79.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized59.0%
Non-Citizen41.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later21.8%
Before 201078.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
164,693
Median Rent
$2,163/mo
Median Home Value
$617,700
Median Year Built
1982

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
107,781
College Enrollment
23.7%
High School
21.8%
College Educated
28.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
31.0 min
Drive Alone Rate
74.3%
Public Transit
1.5%
Work From Home
12.2%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
21.9%
18-34 Years
22.2%
35-64 Years
38.5%
65+ Years
17.4%

Population Composition

Under 1821.9%
18-3422.2%
35-6438.5%
65+17.4%

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
49.2%
Single Parent
5.9%
Living Alone
24.8%
Avg Size
2.80

Household Types

Married Couples49.2%
Single Parent5.9%
Living Alone24.8%

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
$45,127
SNAP Usage
11.4%
Health Insurance
95.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k10.9%
$25k - $50k12.4%
$50k - $100k26.5%
$100k+50.1%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
8.6%
Retail Trade
11.5%
Education & Health Care
22.6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.5%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.2%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
93.8%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
97.2%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
108.5
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
75.7
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)