Arcata

CA

Humboldt County, California

Population 135K |Median income $61,160 |5 hospitals

Population
134,541
Humboldt County
Median Income
$61,160
-10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$446,900
+96% vs avg
Median Age
39.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
135K-0%
Median Income
$61,160+48%
Median Home Value
$446,900+55%
Poverty Rate
18.7%-8%
Unemployment
9%-19%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,287/mo
Poverty Rate
18.7% +32% vs avg
Unemployment 9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.1%
Work From Home 13%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 72.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 9%
Asian 3.1%
African American 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
34.9%
High Blood Pressure
32.9%
Obesity
31.3%
Physical Inactivity
23.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.7%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Diabetes
11.4%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 59.6%
Annual Checkup 71.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
2
PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
EUREKA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MAD RIVER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
ARCATA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Arcata Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Arcata, CA? ▼
Arcata, CA has a population of 134,541 people, located in Humboldt County, California.
What is the median household income in Arcata? ▼
The median household income in Arcata, CA is $61,160 per year. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
What is the median home value in Arcata? ▼
The median home value in Arcata, CA is $446,900. Median rent is $1,287/month.
What are the top health concerns in Arcata? ▼
The top health indicators in Arcata include Short Sleep Duration (34.9%), High Blood Pressure (32.9%), Obesity (31.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Arcata? ▼
Arcata has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Arcata? ▼
The median age in Arcata, CA is 39.9 years. 33.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Arcata, CA is located in Humboldt County, California. With a population of 135K and a median household income of $61,160, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Arcata area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Humboldt County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.