Duarte, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Duarte is a small city in California with a population of 21,921. Residents earn $97,952 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
21,921 Population 3,267/sq mi density
$97,952 Median Income $40,634 per capita
$710,700 Home Value $790,671 Zillow
$1,991 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
248 Violent Crime/100K 1,613 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$97,952 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$710,700 home value, $1,991/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
248 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,952
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $710,700
152% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 248/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,991
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.8%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,921
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density3,267/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,952
Per Capita$40,634
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute30 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$710,700
Rent$1,991
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$790,671

Crime

F
Violent248/100K
Property1,613/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault179/100K
Burglary316/100K

Health

Obesity24.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Elevation1,700 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+85.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute30 min
EV Stations4
Libraries258

Is Duarte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duarte 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, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Duarte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duarte is $97,952, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duarte is $710,700, making it a premium housing market at 152% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,991 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Duarte is below the national average at 248 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,613 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Duarte enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Duarte has a population of 21,921 with a density of 3,267 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.8%), with 2% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

21,921
Total Population
3,267
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Duarte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only42.7%
46% below US avg
Spanish57.3%
328% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Duarte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duarte is $97,952, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Duarte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,952
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,634
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below 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 Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Duarte is $710,700, 152% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,991 (71% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $790,671.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$710,700
152% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$790,671
Median List Price$699,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$699,000
$/Sq Ft$515
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops12.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,991
71% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,842

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-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Duarte, 24.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.8%
23% below US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Duarte has a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,613 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent247.5/100K
35% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape13.8/100K
Robbery55.0/100K
Assault178.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,613.4/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary316.3/100K
Theft1,090.9/100K
Vehicle Theft206.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Duarte has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,700 ft (518 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density3,267/sq mi
Coordinates34.1610°N, 117.9504°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% 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+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,267/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
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 Commute30.3 min
Work from Home14.9%

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