Adelanto, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Adelanto is a mid-size city in California with a population of 38,010. Residents earn $68,419 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,010 Population 719/sq mi density
$68,419 Median Income $19,480 per capita
$318,300 Home Value $392,399 Zillow
$1,389 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
606 Violent Crime/100K 2,531 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$68,419 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$318,300 home value, $1,389/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
606 violent crimes/100K (59% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,419
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $318,300
13% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 606/100K
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,389
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

How Adelanto Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population38,010
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,419
Per Capita$19,480
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute46 min

Housing

A
Home Value$318,300
Rent$1,389
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,399

Crime

F
Violent606/100K
Property2,531/100K
Murder9.6/100K
Assault420/100K
Burglary1,352/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain5.6 in/yr
Elevation2,867 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+73.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute46 min
EV Stations2
Libraries258

Is Adelanto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adelanto receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Adelanto has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adelanto is $68,419, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adelanto is $318,300, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,389 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 606 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,531 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Adelanto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Adelanto has a population of 38,010 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.9%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 16.4% Black.

Population

38,010
Total Population
719
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
52.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Adelanto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.8%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.2%
260% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Adelanto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adelanto is $68,419, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Adelanto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,419
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,480
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Adelanto is $318,300, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,389 (19% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,399.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$318,300
13% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,399
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$244
Homes Sold19
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops17.7%
Inventory79

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,389
19% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,907

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Adelanto, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Adelanto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Adelanto has a violent crime rate of 606 per 100,000 residents, 59% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,531 per 100,000 (29% above US avg). The murder rate is 9.6 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Adelanto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent605.5/100K
59% above US avg
Murder9.6/100K
53% above US avg
Rape57.7/100K
Robbery118.5/100K
Assault419.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,531.0/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary1,352.0/100K
Theft823.4/100K
Vehicle Theft355.6/100K
Arson35.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Adelanto has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.6 inches
85% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Area52.9 sq mi (136.9 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates34.5809°N, 117.4395°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+73.5%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density719/sq mi
Total Area52.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

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