Blythe, CA
Full City Profile · California · La Paz County County
Blythe, CA
At a Glance
How Blythe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blythe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blythe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blythe residents earn a median household income of $51,984 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,378. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 402 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blythe is $203,800 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,607. Median rent is $900/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Blythe reports 421 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,146/100K.
Education
8.9% of adults in Blythe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 69.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blythe has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 3.6 inches.