Median Income
$80,547
7% higher than US avg
Home Value
$259,800
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,140
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.2%
39% higher than US avg
How Garden Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population858
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density885/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans11.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$80,547
Per Capita$42,021
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$7,294M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$259,800
Rent$1,140
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden12.9%
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation80 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute26 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4
Is Garden Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Garden Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Garden Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Garden Grove is $80,547, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Garden Grove is $259,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Garden Grove has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Garden Grove has a population of 858 with a density of 885 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 4% Black.
Population
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Garden Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Garden Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Garden Grove is $80,547, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Garden Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,547 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,021 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $971 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,641 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,658 |
| County GDP | $7,294M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 292 |
| Healthcare | 581 |
| Retail | 526 |
| Manufacturing | 90 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,970 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
The median home value in Garden Grove is $259,800, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,140 (2% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $259,800 |
| 8% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,140 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,970 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Garden Grove, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Garden Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,322/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 581 |
Crime Rates: Garden Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 42 |
Safety Score
Garden Grove has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
58°F Jan (14°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above US avg |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.9 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 80 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 885/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.4717°N, 82.4345°W |
| County FIPS | 12053 |