East Richmond Heights, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

East Richmond Heights is a small town in California with a population of 3,311. Residents earn $126,042 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,311 Population 5,709/sq mi density
$126,042 Median Income $66,004 per capita
$913,100 Home Value
$1,989 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$126,042 median income, 6.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$913,100 home value, $1,989/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,042
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $913,100
224% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.2%
76% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,989
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.1%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

How East Richmond Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,311
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density5,709/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A
Median Income$126,042
Per Capita$66,004
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute34 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$913,100
Rent$1,989
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Elevation399 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.2%
High School+94.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute34 min
Libraries34

Is East Richmond Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Richmond Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. East Richmond Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Richmond Heights is $126,042, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places East Richmond Heights among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Richmond Heights is $913,100, making it a premium housing market at 224% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,989 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

East Richmond Heights is a highly educated community — 59.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

East Richmond Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

East Richmond Heights has a population of 3,311 with a density of 5,709 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 2% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

3,311
Total Population
5,709
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Richmond Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

East Richmond Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Richmond Heights is $126,042, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: East Richmond Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,042
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,004
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,186
County GDP$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,143
Healthcare2,617
Retail1,916
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home28.4%

Walkability

The median home value in East Richmond Heights is $913,100, 224% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,989 (71% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$913,100
224% above US avg
Median List Price$923,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$923,500
$/Sq Ft$771
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio124.8%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,989
71% 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-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In East Richmond Heights, 26.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Richmond Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.1%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,617

Crime Rates: East Richmond Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Safety Score

East Richmond Heights has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation399 ft (122 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density5,709/sq mi
Coordinates37.9451°N, 122.3139°W
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.2%
76% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,709/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Restaurants2,143
Retail Stores1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home28.4%

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