Mendocino County

There are two main inland cities, Ukiah and Willits, and two main coastal destinations, Mendocino and Fort Bragg.

Welcome to Mendocino County

General

Mendocino County is the California County directly to the north of Sonoma County on the Northern California coast and roughly midway between the San Francisco Bay Area and the Oregon border. Home to stunning coastal features, fragrant inland redwood forests and great vine growing regions that result in amazing wines. The population of Mendocino County is approximately 87,000 people.

There are two main inland cities, Ukiah and Willits, and two main coastal destinations, Mendocino and Fort Bragg.

Business and the Economy

The economy of Mendocino County employs 37.4k people. The largest industries in Mendocino County are Health Care & Social Assistance (5,806 people). Retail Trade (4,891 people), and Accommodation & Food Services (3,202 people), and the highest paying industries are Mining, Quarrying, & Oil & Gas Extraction ($78,125), Utilities ($73,421), and Transportation & Warehousing, and Utilities ($52,161).
The median household income is $52,915.

Living and Visiting

Mendocino County, California is an idyllic place to live with its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities. In Mendocino County, the median two bedroom rent is less than the national average at $1,310, making it an attractive option for those looking to find an affordable place to live. The cost of groceries in Mendocino County is 8% higher than the US average, however this could still be considered affordable.

There are many local businesses of interest in Mendocino County including breweries located in Ukiah and in Fort Bragg which offer tours and tastings, as well as charming family restaurants serving traditional flavors from around the world. Nature-lovers will appreciate all that the region has to offer including hiking trails through Redwood National Park and boating across Lake Mendocino. With its stunning views and welcoming atmosphere, Mendocino County is an excellent option for those looking for a new home.

Overview for Mendocino County, CA

715 people live in Mendocino County, where the median age is 62.6 and the average individual income is $44,420. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

715

Total Population

62.6 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$44,420

Average individual Income

Around Mendocino County, CA

There's plenty to do around Mendocino County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

40

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

35

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Shani's Sweet Creations, Good Bones, and Indigo.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Shani's Sweet Creations page on Yelp	Dining · $$	0.35 miles	38 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Good Bones page on Yelp Search 14957 Caspar Rd on Google Maps	Dining	3.85 miles	22 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Indigo page on Yelp Search 321 Kasten St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.55 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Great Put-On page on Yelp Search 10450 Lansing on Google Maps	Shopping	0.43 miles	12 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Nahara Healing Arts page on Yelp Search 10481 Lansing St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.39 miles	28 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Queen Bee page on Yelp Search 333 Kasten St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.52 miles	6 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Gallery Bookshop & Bookwinkle's Children's Books page on Yelp Search 319 Kasten St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.56 miles	91 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Yoga Shine of Mendocino page on Yelp Search 45050 Albion St on Google Maps	Active	0.49 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the COAST-E BIKE CO page on Yelp Search 10470 Lansing Street on Google Maps	Active	0.42 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mendocino Ayurveda & Massage page on Yelp Search 45180 Main St on Google Maps	Active	0.64 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mendocino Headlands Park page on Yelp Search 45101 Heeser Dr on Google Maps	Active	0.65 miles	76 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Big River State Park page on Yelp Search Hwy 1 and Big River Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.5 miles	9 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Blowhole Trail page on Yelp Search 7300 Shoreline Hwy on Google Maps	Active	3 miles	7 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Jug Handle State Natural Reserve page on Yelp Search 15700 Hwy 1 on Google Maps	Active	4.55 miles	37 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Jen Minnich Wellness page on Yelp Search 44974 Ukiah St on Google Maps	Active	0.36 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ole's Whale Watch Bar page on Yelp Search 7751 N Hwy 1 on Google Maps	Nightlife	2.74 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gift of Healing Massage and BioSET page on Yelp Search 45121 Ukiah St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.56 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Massage By Nadja page on Yelp Search 699 Ukiah St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.49 miles	30 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jennifer Reed Massage page on Yelp Search 45066 Ukiah St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.48 miles	72 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bloom Skincare & Makeup page on Yelp Search 45040 Albion St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.46 miles	26 reviews	4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Mendocino County, CA

Population Households Employment

Mendocino County has 364 households, with an average household size of 1.78. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Mendocino County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

715

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

62.6

Median Age

60.56 / 39.44%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

364

Total Households

1.78

Average Household Size

$44,420

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Mendocino County, CA

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Mendocino County. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS

Price

Living Area

Mendocino County

Welcome to Mendocino County

General

Business and the Economy

Living and Visiting

Overview for Mendocino County, CA

715

62.6 years

Low

$44,420

Around Mendocino County, CA

40

Car-Dependent

35

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Mendocino County, CA

715

Low

62.6

60.56 / 39.44%

364

1.78

$44,420

Schools in Mendocino County, CA

RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS

$16,900,000

$10,900,000

$7,950,000

$6,900,000

$5,995,000

$4,950,000

$4,250,000

$3,999,000

COMMERCIAL LISTINGS

$7,950,000

$6,495,000

$3,500,000

$3,295,000

$2,995,000

$2,890,000

$2,795,000

$2,500,000

$2,100,000

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