California · Metropolitan Area
Hemet is a mid-size city in California with a population of 90,646. Residents earn $53,623 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hemet receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, long commute times. Hemet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hemet is $53,623, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Hemet is $314,200, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,432 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 522 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,073 per 100,000, 108% above the national average.
15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Hemet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 66.5% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 33.5% |
| 150% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,623 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,255 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,593 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,353 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 133,031 |
| County GDP | $331,868M |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Healthcare | 11,184 |
| Retail | 9,270 |
| Manufacturing | 2,955 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.93% |
| Commute Time | 36.2 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
| Census Median | $314,200 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $440,755 |
| Median List Price | $449,999 |
| Median List Price | $449,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $258 |
| Homes Sold | 67 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.7% |
| Price Drops | 17.0% |
| Inventory | 253 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,432 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,961 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.93% |
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,727/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Total Violent | 521.8/100K |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Murder | 12.1/100K |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Rape | 37.6/100K |
| Robbery | 168.7/100K |
| Assault | 303.4/100K |
| Total Property | 4,073.4/100K |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,106.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,374.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 592.2/100K |
| Arson | 6.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,539 ft (469 m) |
| Area | 29.3 sq mi (75.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,098/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7341°N, 116.9968°W |
| County FIPS | 06073 |
Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.2% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,098/sq mi |
| Total Area | 29.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 15 |
| Public Libraries | 88 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Retail Stores | 9,270 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 36.2 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |