Lenwood, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lenwood is a small town in California with a population of 3,708. Residents earn $70,714 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,708 Population 1,783/sq mi density
$70,714 Median Income $23,690 per capita
$139,600 Home Value
$1,117 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,714 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value, $1,117/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,714
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,117
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,708
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density1,783/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,714
Per Capita$23,690
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$137,914M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
Rent$1,117
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Elevation2,216 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+83.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute36 min
Libraries48

Is Lenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Lenwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lenwood is $70,714, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lenwood is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,117 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% 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

Lenwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lenwood has a population of 3,708 with a density of 1,783 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

3,708
Total Population
1,783
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.0%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.0%
124% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lenwood is $70,714, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Lenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,714
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,690
Avg Weekly Wage$1,199
IRS Avg AGI$67,148

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)77,170
County GDP$137,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,197
Healthcare5,144
Retail5,298
Manufacturing1,765

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,047
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lenwood is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,117 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg
Median List Price$227,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$227,500
$/Sq Ft$213
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops44.4%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,117
4% below 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-Occupied53.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,047
73% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%
In Lenwood, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death9,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,144

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)419
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Lenwood has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.0 inches
87% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,216 ft (675 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density1,783/sq mi
Coordinates34.8861°N, 117.1078°W
County FIPS06071
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+83.6%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,783/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries48
Healthcare Facilities5,144
Restaurants4,197
Retail Stores5,298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)419
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home6.1%

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