Foothill Farms, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Foothill Farms is a mid-size city in California with a population of 37,332. Residents earn $68,042 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
37,332 Population 8,889/sq mi density
$68,042 Median Income $27,416 per capita
$368,500 Home Value
$1,560 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$68,042 median income, 4.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$368,500 home value, $1,560/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,042
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $368,500
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,560
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population37,332
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density8,889/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,042
Per Capita$27,416
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$368,500
Rent$1,560
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Elevation154 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute28 min
Libraries32

Is Foothill Farms a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foothill Farms receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Foothill Farms offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foothill Farms is $68,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foothill Farms is $368,500, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,560 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Foothill Farms enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Foothill Farms has a population of 37,332 with a density of 8,889 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.5%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 11.8% Black.

Population

37,332
Total Population
8,889
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Foothill Farms vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.6%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.4%
172% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Foothill Farms vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foothill Farms is $68,042, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Foothill Farms vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,042
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,416
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Foothill Farms is $368,500, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,560 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$368,500
31% above US avg
Median List Price$412,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$412,500
$/Sq Ft$302
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops29.6%
Inventory44

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,560
34% 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-Occupied51.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Foothill Farms, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Foothill Farms vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Safety Score

Foothill Farms has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density8,889/sq mi
Coordinates38.6867°N, 121.3475°W
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8,889/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home11.4%

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