Lemoore, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lemoore is a small city in California with a population of 27,023. Residents earn $82,189 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
27,023 Population 2,760/sq mi density
$82,189 Median Income $31,492 per capita
$319,200 Home Value $375,564 Zillow
$1,394 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
474 Violent Crime/100K 2,632 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$82,189 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$319,200 home value, $1,394/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
474 violent crimes/100K (25% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,189
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $319,200
13% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 474/100K
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,394
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27,023
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density2,760/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,189
Per Capita$31,492
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$319,200
Rent$1,394
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,564

Crime

F
Violent474/100K
Property2,632/100K
Murder4.0/100K
Assault327/100K
Burglary439/100K

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Elevation205 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+83.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute21 min
EV Stations11
Libraries7

Is Lemoore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lemoore receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lemoore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lemoore is $82,189, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lemoore is $319,200, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,394 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 474 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,632 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lemoore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lemoore has a population of 27,023 with a density of 2,760 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 7.2% Black.

Population

27,023
Total Population
2,760
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Lemoore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.7%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.3%
134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lemoore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lemoore is $82,189, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lemoore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,189
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,492
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lemoore is $319,200, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,394 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,564.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$319,200
13% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$375,564
Median List Price$385,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$385,000
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops22.5%
Inventory40

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,394
20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,865

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-Occupied53.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In Lemoore, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Lemoore has a violent crime rate of 474 per 100,000 residents, 25% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,632 per 100,000 (34% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent474.5/100K
25% above US avg
Murder4.0/100K
37% below US avg
Rape71.8/100K
Robbery71.8/100K
Assault327.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,631.6/100K
34% above US avg
Burglary438.6/100K
Theft1,742.4/100K
Vehicle Theft450.6/100K
Arson27.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lemoore has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.2 inches
81% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation205 ft (62 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density2,760/sq mi
Coordinates36.2944°N, 119.7983°W
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+83.6%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,760/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home3.1%

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