Median Income
$61,731
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$684
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.2%
42% lower than US avg
How Chatsworth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,161
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B+
Median Income$61,731
Per Capita$35,078
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,000
Rent$684
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$93,984
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation776 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute32 min
Libraries4
Is Chatsworth a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chatsworth receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chatsworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chatsworth is $61,731, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chatsworth is $103,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Chatsworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Chatsworth has a population of 1,161 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Chatsworth vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Chatsworth vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Chatsworth is $61,731, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Chatsworth vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,731 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,078 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,074 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,333 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 367 |
| County GDP | $1,119M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,571 |
| 59% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Chatsworth is $103,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $684 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,984.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,000 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $93,984 |
| Median List Price | $189,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $189,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $78 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 84.6% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $684 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,571 |
| 59% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.41% |
In Chatsworth, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Chatsworth vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,101/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
Crime Rates: Chatsworth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Chatsworth has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.4 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 776 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 433/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7214°N, 88.2996°W |
| County FIPS | 17053 |