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Edison, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Edison is a small town in California with a population of 430. Residents earn $100,689 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
430 Population 426/sq mi density
$100,689 Median Income $21,254 per capita
$180,200 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$100,689 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,689
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.7%
164% higher than US avg

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

People

Population430
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density426/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$100,689
Per Capita$21,254
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.7%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units126
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured17.6%
Smoking13.8%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation570 ft (174 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+48.5%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries28

Is Edison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edison receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Edison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edison is $100,689, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Edison among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.7% 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 Edison is $180,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Edison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Edison has a population of 430 with a density of 426 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32.1%).

Population

430
Total Population
426
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Edison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only13.7%
83% below US avg
Spanish86.3%
544% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Edison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edison is $100,689, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Edison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,689
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,254
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.7%
164% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edison is $180,200, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied49.6%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Edison, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured17.6%
105% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate69.8%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Edison has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
83% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation570 ft (174 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density426/sq mi
Coordinates35.3473°N, 118.8698°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+48.5%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density426/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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