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County overview

Madera County

California - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Madera County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Madera County

Population
157,243
Age 65+
14.2%
Median age
34.4
Owner-occupied
65.5%
With disability
13.9%
Median home value
$340,300
Median income
$73,543
Residents 65+
22,292
How Madera County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-13.9%
% owner-occupied
+1.1%
% with disability
+7.8%
Median household income
-2.1%
Median home value
+20.7%
Median age
-10.6%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

Local Age At Home Pro's

Top-rated contractors in California

Contractors serving Madera County and the broader California region. Please verify they meet your licensing and insurance needs.

Aging-in-place in Madera County

Madera County is home to roughly 157,243 residents, of whom about 22,329 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 14.2%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 65.5% of homes in Madera County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $340,300. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 13.9% of Madera County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.