Antioch, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Antioch is a large city in California with a population of 115,759. Residents earn $94,256 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
115,759 Population 3,968/sq mi density
$94,256 Median Income $40,337 per capita
$607,400 Home Value $587,936 Zillow
$2,241 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature 322 sunny days/yr
784 Violent Crime/100K 3,872 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$94,256 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$607,400 home value, $2,241/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
784 violent crimes/100K (106% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,256
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $607,400
115% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 784/100K
106% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,241
93% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115,759
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density3,968/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,256
Per Capita$40,337
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$96,579M
Commute43 min

Housing

B
Home Value$607,400
Rent$2,241
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$587,936

Crime

F
Violent784/100K
Property3,872/100K
Murder8.3/100K
Assault431/100K
Burglary1,217/100K

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation226 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+85.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 67%
Commute43 min
EV Stations16
Libraries33

Is Antioch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Antioch receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, long commute times. Antioch has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Antioch is $94,256, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Antioch is $607,400, making it a premium housing market at 115% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,241 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 784 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 3,872 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Antioch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Antioch has a population of 115,759 with a density of 3,968 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (29.5%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 19.7% Black.

Population

115,759
Total Population
3,968
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
29.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Antioch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.0%
18% below US avg
Spanish36.0%
169% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Antioch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antioch is $94,256, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Antioch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,256
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,658
IRS Avg AGI$143,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,474
County GDP$96,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,228
Healthcare3,572
Retail2,390
Manufacturing495

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Antioch is $607,400, 115% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,241 (93% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $587,936.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$607,400
115% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$587,936
Median List Price$588,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$588,000
$/Sq Ft$335
Homes Sold55
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops17.2%
Inventory145

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,241
93% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,946

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-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Antioch, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death5,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access97.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Antioch has a violent crime rate of 784 per 100,000 residents, 106% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,872 per 100,000 (98% above US avg). The murder rate is 8.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent784.5/100K
106% above US avg
Murder8.3/100K
32% above US avg
Rape49.9/100K
Robbery295.7/100K
Assault430.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,871.6/100K
98% above US avg
Burglary1,216.9/100K
Theft1,709.4/100K
Vehicle Theft945.3/100K
Arson39.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Antioch has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.2 inches. The area enjoys 322 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area29.2 sq mi (75.6 km²)
Population Density3,968/sq mi
Coordinates37.9783°N, 121.7961°W
County FIPS06013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 67.3%

Winner: Democrat by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,968/sq mi
Total Area29.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations16
Alt Fuel Stations20
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Restaurants2,228
Retail Stores2,390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Work from Home11.1%

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