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Orinda, CA is a small city in California that offers its residents an appealing quality of life. Despite having a much higher population than the US average, the cost of living in Orinda is relatively high, with two bedroom rents averaging at $3,660 and a grocery cost index of 118 compared to the US average of 100. The city's location close to San Francisco also makes it attractive to many people who enjoy its excellent schools and parks. Local companies in Orinda include Orinda Motors and Heating Solutions. With a strong sense of community and its various leisure activities such as shopping and golfing, Orinda is a great place to settle down for those looking for an idyllic life.

Orinda has an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Orinda has seen the job market decrease by -9.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 36.9%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Orinda
- The Sales Tax Rate for Orinda is 8.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Orinda 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 Orinda
- The average income of a Orinda resident is $128,328 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Orinda resident is $248,984 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Orinda is an extremely safe, quiet, bucolic place to live. The schools are incredible, parent participation is maximal. It's close to everything and yet has a feeling of  More

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Over 17 years ago

Being ranked the number one public high school system in California says little for this small rural upscale community. With a high percentage of college graduates with  More

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