La Riviera, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

La Riviera is a small city in California with a population of 11,503. Residents earn $91,111 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
11,503 Population 6,054/sq mi density
$91,111 Median Income $43,108 per capita
$433,400 Home Value $471,057 Zillow
$1,757 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,111 median income, 2.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$433,400 home value, $1,757/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,111
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $433,400
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,757
51% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,503
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density6,054/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,111
Per Capita$43,108
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$433,400
Rent$1,757
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$471,057

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Elevation52 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+91.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute31 min
Libraries32

Is La Riviera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Riviera receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. La Riviera stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Riviera is $91,111, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Riviera is $433,400, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,757 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Riviera 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.

La Riviera has a population of 11,503 with a density of 6,054 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 10.5% Black.

Population

11,503
Total Population
6,054
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

La Riviera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.2%
66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Riviera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Riviera is $91,111, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: La Riviera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,111
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,108
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below 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 Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in La Riviera is $433,400, 54% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,757 (51% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $471,057.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$433,400
54% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$471,057
Median List Price$448,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$448,950
$/Sq Ft$312
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops30.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,757
51% 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-Occupied61.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In La Riviera, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Riviera vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Safety Score

La Riviera 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

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density6,054/sq mi
Coordinates38.5685°N, 121.3550°W
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above 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+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,054/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home21.4%

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