Living in Humboldt County, California

Humboldt County is a county in California with a population of around 135,558. The main communities are Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,415/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $450K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 51°F) and cool summers (highs around 71°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Humboldt County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a moderately educated workforce (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.