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Relocation guide
Moving to Vallejo
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
124,637
Median age 40
Median household income
$89,496
Median rent
$2,013/mo
Median home value
$557,500
Schools
30
7 districts
Summer high / winter low
86° / 42°
Pros
- Household incomes run 14% above the US median ($89,496).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.76% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in May, June, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 84% more than the US median ($557,500).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Vallejo?
Vallejo spans 4 zip codes. Median home values range from $478,800 to $681,300 by zip.
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Life in Vallejo
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Is Vallejo a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 14% above the US median ($89,496). Property taxes are low: about 0.76% of home value a year (US 0.98%). On the other hand: Homes cost 84% more than the US median ($557,500).
How much do I need to earn to live in Vallejo?
The median household earns $89,496. Rent at the median ($2,013/month) is about 27% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $80,520 a year.
How many schools are in Vallejo?
30 public and private schools across 7 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Vallejo?
Highs average 86°F in September and lows 42°F in January. The most comfortable months are May, June, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.