Loma Linda, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Loma Linda is a small city in California with a population of 25,021. Residents earn $82,824 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
25,021 Population 2,793/sq mi density
$82,824 Median Income $43,108 per capita
$557,800 Home Value $634,376 Zillow
$1,759 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
172 Violent Crime/100K 2,895 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,824 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$557,800 home value, $1,759/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
172 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,824
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $557,800
98% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 172/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.9%
54% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,759
51% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25,021
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density2,793/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,824
Per Capita$43,108
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$557,800
Rent$1,759
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$634,376

Crime

F
Violent172/100K
Property2,895/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault92/100K
Burglary719/100K

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Elevation1,238 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.9%
High School+90.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute21 min
EV Stations26
Libraries67

Is Loma Linda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loma Linda receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Loma Linda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loma Linda is $82,824, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loma Linda is $557,800, making it a premium housing market at 98% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,759 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Loma Linda is below the national average at 172 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,895 per 100,000, 48% above the national average.

Education

Loma Linda is a highly educated community — 51.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Loma Linda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Loma Linda has a population of 25,021 with a density of 2,793 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.3%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 7.1% Black.

Population

25,021
Total Population
2,793
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Loma Linda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.1%
31% below US avg
Spanish45.9%
243% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Loma Linda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loma Linda is $82,824, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Loma Linda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,824
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,108
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Loma Linda is $557,800, 98% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,759 (51% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $634,376.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$557,800
98% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$634,376
Median List Price$531,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$531,250
$/Sq Ft$325
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops22.6%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,759
51% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,367

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-Occupied40.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Loma Linda, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Loma Linda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Loma Linda has a violent crime rate of 172 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,895 per 100,000 (48% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent172.3/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape8.4/100K
Robbery71.4/100K
Assault92.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,895.2/100K
48% above US avg
Burglary718.6/100K
Theft1,437.1/100K
Vehicle Theft739.6/100K
Arson4.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Loma Linda has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,238 ft (377 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density2,793/sq mi
Coordinates34.0429°N, 117.2489°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.9%
54% above US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,793/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations26
Alt Fuel Stations28
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home11.9%

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