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Alhambra Valley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Alhambra Valley is a small town in California with a population of 937. Residents earn $202,024 per year, which is 169% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
937 Population 582/sq mi density
$202,024 Median Income $69,199 per capita
$1,190,700 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$202,024 median income, 7.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$1,190,700 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $202,024
169% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,190,700
322% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.4%
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population937
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density582/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$202,024
Per Capita$69,199
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute39 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,190,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units308
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity28.4%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking9.6%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.4%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+26.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute39 min
Broadband97.5%
Libraries34

Is Alhambra Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alhambra Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Alhambra Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alhambra Valley is $202,024, which is significantly higher than the national average — 169% above $75,149. This places Alhambra Valley among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alhambra Valley is $1,190,700, making it a premium housing market at 322% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alhambra Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Alhambra Valley has a population of 937 with a density of 582 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.8%), with 12.3% Black.

Population

937
Total Population
582
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Alhambra Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alhambra Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alhambra Valley is $202,024, which is 169% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Alhambra Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$202,024
169% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,199
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)31,186
County GDP$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,143
Healthcare2,617
Retail1,916
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Drive Alone53.8%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home38.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Alhambra Valley is $1,190,700, 322% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,190,700
322% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied91.8%
Housing Units308
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Alhambra Valley, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 9.6% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alhambra Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Alhambra Valley has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density582/sq mi
Coordinates37.9667°N, 122.1360°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin. 97.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.4%
44% above US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+26.5%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density582/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.5%
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Restaurants2,143
Retail Stores1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Drive Alone53.8%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home38.8%

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