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Mountain Valley

Learn about the people, housing, costs and businesses in Mountain Valley, California

Median Home$175,912
Median Rent$748/month
Population17,783
Leading IndustriesConstruction · Agriculture & Mining · Manufacturing11% construction
Home Value Growth⬆⬆+15.2% over 2 years
Retirees26% of residentswell above average
Homeowners75% of occupied units
NotableVeteran Community10% of residents · top 9% nationally
NotableAffordable Market$176k median home · lower cost than 72% of the country
Mountain Valley
CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in Mountain Valley?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Mountain Valley is approximately 7.070% (7.112% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in Mountain Valley?

The median home value in Mountain Valley is $176k. The median monthly rent is $748. Annual property taxes average $2k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

Are home values rising in Mountain Valley?

Home values in Mountain Valley have increased 15.2% over the past two years. This indicates a strong appreciation trend. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Mountain Valley?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $729/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $31k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Mountain Valley is $63k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in Mountain Valley?

The largest employment sectors in Mountain Valley are public administration (20%) and agriculture and mining (12%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.