St. Helena, CA Economy


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St. Helena is a small city located in California's Napa Valley. With a population of approximately 5,000 people, it is an ideal location for people looking for a more laid back lifestyle close to nature. The cost of living in St. Helena is slightly above average with a two bedroom apartment typically renting at around $2,450 per month. Meanwhile, the grocery cost index in St. Helena is 17% higher than the national average.
The city has a thriving community with plenty of local businesses and attractions to explore. Examples include Silverado Brewing Company, Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, Chateau Montelena Winery, and Oxbow Public Market. These are just some of the great establishments that locals enjoy frequenting for unique experiences and products they won't find anywhere else in the area.

St. Helena has an unemployment rate of 6.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

St. Helena has seen the job market increase by 0.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 27.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for St. Helena
- The Sales Tax Rate for St. Helena is 8.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for St. Helena 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 St. Helena
- The average income of a St. Helena resident is $47,794 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a St. Helena resident is $122,348 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySt. Helena, CaliforniaUnited States
  6.66
  -11.6%-6.2%
  27.5%33.5%
  8.3%6.2%
  8.0%4.6%
  $93,674$37,638
  $122,348$69,021
  $147,802$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.9%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  4.0%6.8%
  22.7%10.0%
  3.0%2.5%
  11.3%11.0%
  0.0%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  1.4%1.9%
  2.3%4.7%
  3.1%1.9%
  10.7%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  1.0%4.2%
  6.1%9.3%
  12.6%14.0%
  4.0%2.1%
  8.4%7.0%
  6.6%4.8%
  0.9%4.7%
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Over 3 years ago

There is no better place to raise a family. Great community, excellent resources, fabulous restaurants, amazing hikes and beautiful scenery.  More

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Over 18 years ago

I currently live in Sacramento, California for about 5 months and returning to batavia, New York in 5 more months. My boyfriend and I are going to get a place together  More

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