California · Metropolitan Area
Commerce is a small city in California with a population of 12,072. Residents earn $71,768 per year, which is 4% below the national average.
Based on current data, Commerce receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Commerce has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Commerce is $71,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Commerce is $583,200, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,420 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
The violent crime rate of 591 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,404 per 100,000, 278% above the national average.
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Commerce enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 25.2% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 74.8% |
| 458% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,768 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,570 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.80% |
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
| Census Median | $583,200 |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $690,434 |
| Median List Price | $664,500 |
| Median List Price | $664,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $269 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.0% |
| Price Drops | 11.1% |
| Inventory | 9 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,420 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.80% |
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.5% |
| Depression | 18.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 590.8/100K |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 23.0/100K |
| Robbery | 260.9/100K |
| Assault | 306.9/100K |
| Total Property | 7,404.3/100K |
| 278% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 652.2/100K |
| Theft | 4,772.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 1,979.6/100K |
| Arson | 84.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.8 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,849/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9945°N, 118.1500°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.4% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 65.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,849/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |