California · Metropolitan Area
Buena Park is a mid-size city in California with a population of 83,052. Residents earn $108,187 per year, which is 44% above the national average.
Based on current data, Buena Park receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Buena Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Buena Park is $108,187, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Buena Park among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Buena Park is $771,900, making it a premium housing market at 174% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,112 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Buena Park is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,434 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Buena Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 48.5% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 51.5% |
| 284% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $108,187 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,689 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.31% |
| Commute Time | 29.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
| Census Median | $771,900 |
| 174% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $924,048 |
| Median List Price | $899,000 |
| Median List Price | $899,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $717 |
| Homes Sold | 25 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.2% |
| Price Drops | 14.0% |
| Inventory | 50 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,112 |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,878 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.31% |
| Obesity | 23.6% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 260.2/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Murder | 1.2/100K |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Rape | 15.6/100K |
| Robbery | 77.9/100K |
| Assault | 165.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,433.6/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 408.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,691.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 333.3/100K |
| Arson | 2.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.5 inches |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,887/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8574°N, 118.0074°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.1% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,887/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 21 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 33 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 29.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |