Maywood, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Maywood is a small city in California with a population of 24,593. Residents earn $61,655 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
24,593 Population 21,020/sq mi density
$61,655 Median Income $19,724 per capita
$595,000 Home Value $641,767 Zillow
$1,467 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
316 Violent Crime/100K 898 property/100K
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$61,655 median income, 4.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$595,000 home value, $1,467/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
316 violent crimes/100K (17% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,655
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $595,000
111% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 316/100K
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,467
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population24,593
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density21,020/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,655
Per Capita$19,724
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute30 min

Housing

F
Home Value$595,000
Rent$1,467
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$641,767

Crime

F
Violent316/100K
Property898/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault183/100K
Burglary144/100K

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation154 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+48.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute30 min
Libraries258

Is Maywood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maywood receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Maywood faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maywood is $61,655, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maywood is $595,000, making it a premium housing market at 111% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,467 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Maywood is below the national average at 316 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 898 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Maywood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Maywood has a population of 24,593 with a density of 21,020 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (19%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

24,593
Total Population
21,020
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Maywood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only8.4%
89% below US avg
Spanish91.6%
584% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Maywood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maywood is $61,655, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Maywood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,655
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,724
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Maywood is $595,000, 111% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,467 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $641,767.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$595,000
111% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$641,767
Median List Price$892,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$892,500
$/Sq Ft$538
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.2%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,467
26% above 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-Occupied29.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Maywood, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 39.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity39.2%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress19.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Maywood has a violent crime rate of 316 per 100,000 residents, 17% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 898 per 100,000 (54% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent316.2/100K
17% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape7.2/100K
Robbery125.8/100K
Assault183.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property898.2/100K
54% below US avg
Burglary143.7/100K
Theft395.2/100K
Vehicle Theft359.3/100K
Arson10.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Maywood has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density21,020/sq mi
Coordinates33.9885°N, 118.1877°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+48.2%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density21,020/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home4.6%

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