California · Metropolitan Area
La Verne is a mid-size city in California with a population of 30,804. Residents earn $104,565 per year, which is 39% above the national average.
Based on current data, La Verne receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. La Verne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in La Verne is $104,565, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places La Verne among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in La Verne is $793,900, making it a premium housing market at 182% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,204 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
La Verne is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 143 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,557 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
La Verne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 75.7% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.3% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $104,565 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,951 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
| Commute Time | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 20.2% |
| Census Median | $793,900 |
| 182% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $940,085 |
| Median List Price | $1,049,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,049,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $574 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.5% |
| Price Drops | 10.9% |
| Inventory | 46 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,204 |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,722 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
| Obesity | 24.3% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.6% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 3.8% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 143.5/100K |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 43.7/100K |
| Robbery | 43.7/100K |
| Assault | 56.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,557.2/100K |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 527.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,889.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 140.3/100K |
| Arson | 9.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 14.5 inches |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,168 ft (356 m) |
| Area | 8.4 sq mi (21.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,658/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1205°N, 117.7699°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 41.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,658/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 20.2% |