Fortuna, CA Economy


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Fortuna, CA is an ideal city for budget conscious residents looking for a good quality of life. Located in Humboldt County, Fortuna offers an affordable rental market with a 2 Bedroom rent average of $1,210 compared to the US average of $1,430. For groceries, the Cost Index in Fortuna is set at 100 versus 100 in the US. Local businesses such as Benchmark Realty Inc., Eel River Disposal & Recycling and Creative Explorations Daycare offer exceptional services that help enhance the quality of life for every day living needs. The local hospital Redwood Memorial Hospital provides world-class medical care while providing comfort and compassion to their patients. With its low crime rate and diverse list of activities available, Fortuna is an excellent option for those looking for a place to call home in Northern California.

Fortuna has an unemployment rate of 6.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Fortuna has seen the job market increase by 0.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 31.3%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Fortuna
- The Sales Tax Rate for Fortuna is 8.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Fortuna is 9.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Fortuna
- The average income of a Fortuna resident is $21,626 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Fortuna resident is $53,526 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyFortuna, CaliforniaUnited States
  6.76
  -9.0%-6.2%
  31.3%33.5%
  8.5%6.2%
  8.0%4.6%
  $30,559$37,638
  $53,526$69,021
  $61,500$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  3.0%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  10.5%6.8%
  5.7%10.0%
  2.7%2.5%
  17.4%11.0%
  3.5%4.8%
  0.7%0.8%
  2.2%1.9%
  5.2%4.7%
  2.5%1.9%
  1.6%7.6%
  0.2%0.1%
  5.6%4.2%
  6.6%9.3%
  12.8%14.0%
  4.0%2.1%
  5.3%7.0%
  5.4%4.8%
  5.4%4.7%
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Over 7 years ago

I grew up in Fortuna, many people I grew up with still live there. I wish I could take my son and move back there to raise him. There is so much to learn from there.   More

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Over 10 years ago

Temperatures are moderate throughout the year. Median avg temp is 50-60 degrees. Little to no snow in winter and a lost less rain than in the Seattle! Down side is  More

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Over 10 years ago

Temperatures are moderate throughout the year. Median avg temp is 50-60 degrees. Little to no snow in winter and a lost less rain than in the Seattle! Down side is  More

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