The map shows where residents in Arcata and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
Desireability Index
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The most desired areas tend to be in the southwest parts of the city, while more affordable homes are in the east regions.
Median house prices in Arcata, CA are $451,392, meaning Arcata homes are more expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of cities with similar populations and found homes in Arcata cost about the same.
Comparing within California, Arcata home prices are much less expensive than the state's average of $772,924. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Arcata, CA.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Arcata varies greatly.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Arcata, CA average a SchoolGrade of B with 45% actual proficiency vs 32% projected. Overall, schools in Arcata, CA greatly exceed expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Arcata, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)