Cudahy, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cudahy is a small city in California with a population of 22,325. Residents earn $52,748 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
22,325 Population 18,919/sq mi density
$52,748 Median Income $17,618 per capita
$505,300 Home Value $676,955 Zillow
$1,667 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
335 Violent Crime/100K 1,373 property/100K
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$52,748 median income, 5.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$505,300 home value, $1,667/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
335 violent crimes/100K (12% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,748
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $505,300
79% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 335/100K
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,667
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.1%
102% higher than US avg

How Cudahy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22,325
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density18,919/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,748
Per Capita$17,618
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home Value$505,300
Rent$1,667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$676,955

Crime

F
Violent335/100K
Property1,373/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault228/100K
Burglary215/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation131 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+53.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute32 min
Libraries258

Is Cudahy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cudahy receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Cudahy faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cudahy is $52,748, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cudahy is $505,300, making it a premium housing market at 79% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,667 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cudahy is below the national average at 335 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,373 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cudahy 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.

Cudahy has a population of 22,325 with a density of 18,919 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

22,325
Total Population
18,919
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cudahy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only10.2%
87% below US avg
Spanish89.8%
570% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cudahy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cudahy is $52,748, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Cudahy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,748
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,618
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.1%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cudahy is $505,300, 79% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,667 (43% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $676,955.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$505,300
79% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$676,955
Median List Price$950,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$950,000
$/Sq Ft$521
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,667
43% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied11.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Cudahy, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 42.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cudahy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes17.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity42.2%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress20.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Cudahy has a violent crime rate of 335 per 100,000 residents, 12% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,373 per 100,000 (30% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Cudahy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent335.1/100K
12% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape16.6/100K
Robbery91.0/100K
Assault227.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,373.3/100K
30% below US avg
Burglary215.1/100K
Theft856.3/100K
Vehicle Theft302.0/100K
Arson4.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cudahy has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density18,919/sq mi
Coordinates33.9640°N, 118.1826°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+53.9%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density18,919/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Work from Home3.6%

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