Living in Sonoma State University, California

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Sonoma State University · Census data 2020–2024

Sonoma State University has 2,210 residents with a median age of 19.6. .

Sonoma State University at a glance

Population
2,210
Median age
19.6State: 37.9
Bachelor's degree or higher
40.5%
Average commute
13 min

Is Sonoma State University a good place to live?

Pros: An average commute of 13 minutes.

Cons: Unemployment of 21%.

The weather is best in June to August and October.

Housing in Sonoma State University: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
0
Owner-occupied
—
Renter-occupied
—
Vacant
—Includes seasonal homes

Sonoma State University demographics

Population
2,210
Median age
19.6
Under 18
0.6%
65 and older
0%
Households
0
Foreign-born
10.5%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White48.6%
Hispanic or Latino29.9%
Black11.5%
Asian12.9%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Sonoma State University ›

Education in Sonoma State University

40.5% of adults 25 and older in Sonoma State University have a bachelor's degree or higher (California: 37.1%), and 10.8% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Sonoma State University40.5%
California37.1%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Sonoma State University

Unemployment rate
21%State: 6.6%
Average commute
13 minState: 29 min
Work from home
15%
Drive alone
28.2%
Public transit
2.8%
Walk to work
33.9%
Homes with broadband
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Sonoma State University vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Sonoma State University2,210———
Rohnert Park44,575$99,273$666,300$2,279
Cotati7,489$110,750$746,800$2,056
Penngrove2,119$107,147$1,196,000$2,130
Glen Ellen1,078$202,097$1,371,400$1,582
Petaluma59,247$115,430$878,600$2,440
Santa Rosa177,090$99,060$713,900$2,152
Petaluma Center763$75,682—$3,333
Bloomfield324$142,422$1,294,800—

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Living in Sonoma State University: FAQ

Is Sonoma State University, CA a good place to live?

Pluses: an average commute of 13 minutes. Minuses: unemployment of 21%.

What is the median age in Sonoma State University?

The median age in Sonoma State University is 19.6 years (California: 37.9).

How long is the commute in Sonoma State University?

The average commute to work in Sonoma State University is 13 minutes; 15% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Sonoma State University?

The unemployment rate in Sonoma State University is 21% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Sonoma State University?

40.5% of adults in Sonoma State University 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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