California · Metropolitan Area
Lake Elsinore is a mid-size city in California with a population of 71,516. Residents earn $96,527 per year, which is 28% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Elsinore receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Lake Elsinore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lake Elsinore is $96,527, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Lake Elsinore is $505,700, making it a premium housing market at 79% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,915 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Lake Elsinore is below the national average at 218 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,833 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.
23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Lake Elsinore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 56.7% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 43.3% |
| 223% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $96,527 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,572 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.00% |
| Commute Time | 42.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
| Census Median | $505,700 |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $582,471 |
| Median List Price | $599,943 |
| Median List Price | $599,943 |
| $/Sq Ft | $288 |
| Homes Sold | 46 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 22.4% |
| Inventory | 170 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,915 |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,509 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.00% |
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 218.2/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Murder | 1.7/100K |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Rape | 10.2/100K |
| Robbery | 88.6/100K |
| Assault | 117.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,833.0/100K |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 690.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,757.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 385.2/100K |
| Arson | 5.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.7 inches |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Area | 38.3 sq mi (99.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,869/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6860°N, 117.3354°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.0% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,869/sq mi |
| Total Area | 38.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 16 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 28 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 42.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |