Living in Little River, California

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Little River · Census data 2020–2024

Little River has 94 residents with a median age of 30.1. The median home value is $475,000.

Little River is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Little River at a glance

Population
94
Median age
30.1State: 37.9
Median home value
$475,000State: $734,700
Homeowners
77.8%
Bachelor's degree or higher
35.1%

Is Little River a good place to live?

Pros: Home values 35% lower than the state median.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in Little River

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Little River the median home value is $475,000, 43% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Little River$475,000
California$734,700
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

California$2,036
United States$1,413

Housing in Little River: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
95
Owner-occupied
77.8%
Renter-occupied
22.2%
Vacant
62.1%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1997
Average household size
2.61

62.1% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Little River has many vacation and second homes.

Little River demographics

Population
94
Median age
30.1
Under 18
17%
65 and older
8.5%
Households
36
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White51.1%
Hispanic or Latino78.7%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Little River ›

Education in Little River

35.1% of adults 25 and older in Little River have a bachelor's degree or higher (California: 37.1%), and 35.1% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Little River35.1%
California37.1%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Little River

Unemployment rate
0%State: 6.6%
Average commute
—State: 29 min
Work from home
58.6%
Drive alone
18.6%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
11.4%
Homes with broadband
100%

Little River vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Little River94—$475,000—
Mendocino574$80,833——
Fort Bragg7,032$56,481$535,400$1,290
Cleone613$53,679$607,500—
Manchester184$61,154——
Brooktrails4,398$116,056$371,700$1,482
Willits4,920$63,447$371,100$1,197
Point Arena789$108,095$436,000$1,917
Boonville667$42,188$661,800—

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Living in Little River: FAQ

What is the average home price in Little River?

The median home value in Little River is $475,000, compared with $734,700 in California.

Is Little River, CA a good place to live?

Pluses: home values 35% lower than the state median.

What is the median age in Little River?

The median age in Little River is 30.1 years (California: 37.9).

What is the unemployment rate in Little River?

The unemployment rate in Little River is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Little River?

35.1% of adults in Little River have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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