Fortuna, CA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Fortuna, California Summary
Life in Fortuna research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Fortuna over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Fortuna:
The population in Fortuna is 12,480.
The median home value in Fortuna is $300,900.
The median income in Fortuna is $53,526.
The cost of living in Fortuna is 119 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Fortuna is $1,038.
The unemployment rate in Fortuna is 7.1%.
The poverty rate in Fortuna is 14.7%.
Table Of Contents
Fortuna SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
8
Affordability
4
Diversity
8.5
Safety
4
Amenities
8.5
Education
6
Commute
8
Fortuna, CA Crime Report
420
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
3,419.4
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
45.75%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Fortuna / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 420 | 3,419.4 | 2,581.0 | 2,346.0 |
| Violent Crime | 57 | 464.1 | 442.0 | 387.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.6 | 6.5 |
| Robbery | 4 | 32.6 | 113.6 | 73.9 |
| Aggravated Assault | 48 | 390.8 | 288.7 | 279.7 |
| Property Crime | 363 | 2,955.3 | 2,138.9 | 1,958.2 |
| Burglary | 87 | 708.3 | 369.7 | 314.2 |
| Larceny | 230 | 1,872.5 | 1,341.7 | 1,398.0 |
| Car Theft | 46 | 374.5 | 427.6 | 246.0 |
Fortuna, CA Cost Of Living
119
Fortuna's Overall Cost Of Living
Fortuna's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Fortuna | California | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 119 | 140 | 100 | |
| Services | 114 | 112 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 106 | 113 | 100 | |
| Health | 120 | 115 | 100 | |
| Housing | 120 | 198 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 132 | 134 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 108 | 126 | 100 | |
Fortuna, CA Photos
Rankings for Fortuna in California
Map Of Fortuna, CA
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Population over time in Fortuna
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 12,135 | 0.1% |
| 2020 | 12,117 | 1.1% |
| 2019 | 11,981 | 0.5% |
| 2018 | 11,917 | 0.1% |
| 2017 | 11,904 | 0.3% |
| 2016 | 11,863 | 0.1% |
| 2015 | 11,851 | 0.2% |
| 2014 | 11,830 | 0.7% |
| 2013 | 11,753 | 0.9% |
| 2012 | 11,646 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Fortuna
| Race | Fortuna | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 68.4% | 35.8% | 59.4% |
| African American | 0.7% | 5.4% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.5% | 14.7% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 23.3% | 39.5% | 18.4% |
Gender in Fortuna
| Gender | Fortuna | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.0% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.0% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Fortuna for adults over 25
| Education | Fortuna | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 8.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 30.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 30.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 3.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Fortuna, California
| Income | Fortuna | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.9% | 4.6% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.7% | 3.6% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.3% | 6.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.3% | 6.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.5% | 9.4% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.8% | 14.7% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.6% | 12.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.3% | 17.5% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.8% | 9.9% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.9% | 15.1% | 9.5% |
