Homeland, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Homeland is a small city in California with a population of 6,060. Residents earn $54,863 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,060 Population 1,419/sq mi density
$54,863 Median Income $25,583 per capita
$189,600 Home Value $556,702 Zillow
$1,640 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,863 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$189,600 home value, $1,640/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,863
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,600
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,640
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,060
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,419/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,863
Per Capita$25,583
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,600
Rent$1,640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$556,702

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Elevation1,647 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+75.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute40 min
Libraries67

Is Homeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homeland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Homeland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homeland is $54,863, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homeland is $189,600, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,640 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Homeland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Homeland has a population of 6,060 with a density of 1,419 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.4%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

6,060
Total Population
1,419
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Homeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.1%
31% below US avg
Spanish45.9%
243% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Homeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homeland is $54,863, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Homeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,863
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.3 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Homeland is $189,600, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,640 (41% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $556,702.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,600
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$556,702
Median List Price$590,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$590,000
$/Sq Ft$293
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops7.1%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,640
41% 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate5.33%
In Homeland, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Homeland has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.7 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,647 ft (502 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density1,419/sq mi
Coordinates33.7459°N, 117.1132°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+75.2%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,419/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.3 min
Work from Home15.7%

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