Baldwin Park, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Baldwin Park is a mid-size city in California with a population of 70,720. Residents earn $79,087 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
70,720 Population 10,667/sq mi density
$79,087 Median Income $25,886 per capita
$588,100 Home Value $717,046 Zillow
$1,817 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
285 Violent Crime/100K 1,744 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$79,087 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$588,100 home value, $1,817/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
285 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,087
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $588,100
109% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 285/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,817
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70,720
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density10,667/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 20%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,087
Per Capita$25,886
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute30 min

Housing

C
Home Value$588,100
Rent$1,817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$717,046

Crime

F
Violent285/100K
Property1,744/100K
Murder2.6/100K
Assault200/100K
Burglary412/100K

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Elevation367 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+68.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute30 min
EV Stations9
Libraries258

Is Baldwin Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baldwin Park receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Baldwin Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baldwin Park is $79,087, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baldwin Park is $588,100, making it a premium housing market at 109% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,817 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Baldwin Park is below the national average at 285 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,744 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Baldwin Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Baldwin Park has a population of 70,720 with a density of 10,667 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (19.9%), with 7.3% Hispanic.

Population

70,720
Total Population
10,667
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Baldwin Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only19.6%
75% below US avg
Spanish80.4%
500% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Baldwin Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baldwin Park is $79,087, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Baldwin Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,087
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below 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 Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Baldwin Park is $588,100, 109% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,817 (56% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $717,046.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$588,100
109% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$717,046
Median List Price$678,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$678,000
$/Sq Ft$533
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops22.9%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,817
56% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,798

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-Occupied58.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Baldwin Park, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Baldwin Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma8.4%
COPD4.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Baldwin Park has a violent crime rate of 285 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,744 per 100,000 (11% below US avg). The murder rate is 2.6 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent284.7/100K
25% below US avg
Murder2.6/100K
59% below US avg
Rape9.1/100K
Robbery72.8/100K
Assault200.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,744.4/100K
11% below US avg
Burglary412.1/100K
Theft921.6/100K
Vehicle Theft410.8/100K
Arson11.7/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Baldwin Park has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²)
Population Density10,667/sq mi
Coordinates34.0828°N, 117.9713°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% 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+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+68.3%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,667/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations19
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 Commute29.6 min
Work from Home5.9%

Nearby Cities

Compare Baldwin Park with another city: