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Lake Mathews, CA
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Lake Mathews, CA
At a Glance
How Lake Mathews Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Mathews's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Mathews a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Mathews residents earn a median household income of $102,700 , which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,329. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 148,394 business establishments, including 8,853 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Mathews is $678,300 , 141% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $639,786. Median rent is $1,906/month, with 26.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Lake Mathews reports 433 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,088/100K.
Education
24.6% of adults in Lake Mathews hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 79.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Mathews has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.