Living in Amador County, California

Amador County is a county in California with a population of around 39,752. The main communities are Ione, Jackson, Sutter Creek.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,103/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $429K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Amador County has older demographics, with a median age of 51 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.