Arcata, California is in the middle section of Humboldt County. The town has a population of 17,132 and the median age is 25.8 (younger average than most towns reflects the university students). The median household income in Arcata is $28,406 and the median price of a home is $333,698. The ethnic mix in Arcata is 81% white, 7% Hispanic and 12% other races.

The crime rate in Arcata is lower than the state or national averages. Residents here are 1 miles from a four year university. The average commute time for an Arcata resident is five minutes.

Arcata rims Humboldt Bay and is home to Humboldt State University. Some houses on the west side of the city have bay and/or Pacific Ocean views!