Ferndale Public RecordsCalifornia

Ferndale, Humboldt County, CA, is served primarily by Ferndale Unified School District, featuring Ferndale Elementary (K-8, 250 students) and Ferndale High School (100 students, graduation rate ~95%). There are no colleges within the city; about 25% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above average, with low incident reports. Educational programs include FFA, AP courses, and ag-science tracks. Adult education is accessible through nearby College of the Redwoods in Eureka (20 miles). School scores average 6/10 (GreatSchools rating), reflecting solid academics in a small, rural community setting.

Ferndale, Humboldt County, CA, features a homeownership rate of around 60%, with median home prices near $500,000 as of 2024. Renters pay an average of $1,200–$1,500 monthly. The housing market trends slightly upward due to its Victorian charm and limited inventory, with property values appreciating 3–5% yearly. Housing types include historic Victorian homes, single-family residences, and cottages. Neighborhoods like Main Street and Francis Street are popular. Property taxes average 1.1% of assessed value.

As of the 2020 Census, Ferndale city in Humboldt County, CA, had a population of approximately 1,398. The median age was around 47 years, reflecting an older population. Gender distribution was nearly equal, with about 49% male and 51% female. The racial and ethnic makeup was predominantly White (about 86%), with smaller representations of Hispanic or Latino (9%), two or more races (6%), and other groups (<2%).

Ferndale, Humboldt County, CA, is primarily car-dependent, with about 80–85% of residents commuting by personal vehicle and fewer than 1% using public transit. The average commute time is approximately 20–25 minutes. Nearly 95% of households own at least one vehicle. Public transportation is limited, with minimal bus service connecting to larger towns like Eureka. Major employment hubs include nearby Eureka (13 miles away) and Fortuna, with local jobs centered in agriculture, tourism, and small businesses. The city’s infrastructure consists of local roads, with the closest highway access via CA-211.

Ferndale, Humboldt County, CA, has limited in-city healthcare, with no hospitals and one primary medical clinic (Redwood Memorial Medical Center is 7 miles away in Fortuna). Residents often travel for specialized care. As of 2022, 93% of Humboldt County adults have health insurance; 36% are on Medi-Cal. The area’s aging population (median age 44) faces common health issues including heart disease, diabetes, and substance use disorders. Healthcare providers per 1,000 residents is 2.6 (county-wide). Access challenges persist due to rural location and transportation barriers, especially among elderly and lower-income populations.