California · Metropolitan Area
Brentwood is a mid-size city in California with a population of 64,609. Residents earn $139,567 per year, which is 86% above the national average.
Based on current data, Brentwood receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Brentwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Brentwood is $139,567, which is significantly higher than the national average — 86% above $75,149. This places Brentwood among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Brentwood is $791,600, making it a premium housing market at 181% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,509 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Brentwood is below the national average at 183 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,239 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Brentwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 72.6% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 27.4% |
| 104% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $139,567 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,927 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,658 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $143,710 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 39,474 |
| County GDP | $96,579M |
| Restaurants | 2,228 |
| Healthcare | 3,572 |
| Retail | 2,390 |
| Manufacturing | 495 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,976 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
| Commute Time | 41.1 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
| Census Median | $791,600 |
| 181% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $797,500 |
| Median List Price | $762,500 |
| Median List Price | $762,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $367 |
| Homes Sold | 30 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 25.5% |
| Inventory | 110 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,509 |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,249 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,976 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
| Obesity | 28.5% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.0% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,577/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,572 |
| Total Violent | 182.7/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 14.3/100K |
| Robbery | 87.8/100K |
| Assault | 80.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,239.1/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 317.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,708.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 213.2/100K |
| Arson | 5.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 64 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.6 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 14.9 sq mi (38.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9356°N, 121.7190°W |
| County FIPS | 06013 |
Winner: Democrat by 38 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.8% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,345/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 31 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 38 |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,572 |
| Restaurants | 2,228 |
| Retail Stores | 2,390 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 64 |
| Avg Commute | 41.1 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |