Petaluma

Petaluma is a beautiful riverside community.

Overview for Petaluma, CA

66,523 people live in Petaluma, where the median age is 44 and the average individual income is $46,676.26. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

66,523

Total Population

44 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$46,676.26

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Petaluma, CA

Petaluma has 25,072 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Petaluma do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 66,523 people call Petaluma home. The population density is 1,278.99 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

66,523

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44

Median Age

49.84 / 50.16%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
25,072

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$46,676.26

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Petaluma, CA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Petaluma. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
K - 6th
1/5
Sonoma Mountain High (Continuation)
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
McKinley Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative)
PUBLIC
K - 6th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
Valley Vista Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
2/5
Kenilworth Junior High
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
4/5
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)
PUBLIC
7th - 12th
No rating available
Corona Creek Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
St Vincent De Paul Elementary School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
Petaluma Junior High
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
3/5
Meadow Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
The Spring Hill School
PRIVATE
PreK - 7th
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
Undergrad - Undergrad
No rating available
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter
PUBLIC
K - 6th
2/5
PUBLIC
K - 6th
3/5
Carpe Diem High (Continuation)
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
3/5
Mary Collins Charter School at Cherry Valley
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
PRIVATE
Undergrad - Undergrad
No rating available
River Montessori Elementary Charter
PUBLIC
K - 6th
2/5
Loma Vista Immersion Academy
PUBLIC
K - 6th
3/5
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
San Antonio High (Continuation)
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
La Tercera Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
3/5
Sonoma Mountain Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
4/5
South County Consortium
PUBLIC
K - 12th
No rating available
Petaluma Accelerated Charter
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
5/5
St Vincent De Paul High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
Petaluma is a beautiful riverside community located in the North Bay region of the Bay Area. Home to about 60,000 people, the Sonoma County city is currently attracting buyers from San Francisco and the Pacific Northwest, many of whom are transfixed by the community’s idyllic charm and amenities. Public schools here are managed by the exceptional Petaluma City School District, and private school options are also available. 
 
Petaluma is home to several neighborhoods, each of which has its own benefits and acts as a micro-community. Downtown Petaluma will put you right in the heart of the action, near shopping, restaurants, and historical architecture. If you’d prefer a traditional Victorian-era home or brownstone, the mostly residential Oakhill Brewster neighborhood might be a better option. Adobe is also quiet and friendly, and it offers plenty of homes, along with outdoor recreational opportunities. 
 
Petaluma is known as a haven for both foodies and artists. There are many award-winning restaurants located here that offer an eclectic mix of cuisines made from locally grown products. The Petaluma Arts Center offers numerous classes, workshops, and exhibits throughout the year, and downtown is packed full of interesting galleries and specialty shops. Petaluma is also known for its local wines and craft beers, some of which are served in the finest restaurants in the nation.
 
With beautiful vistas, an exciting downtown, delicious food, and much more, there are so many reasons to consider Petaluma for your next move.
 
 
 

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