Mission Hills, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mission Hills is a small town in California with a population of 3,794. Residents earn $106,455 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,794 Population 3,136/sq mi density
$106,455 Median Income $41,820 per capita
$477,800 Home Value
$1,783 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$106,455 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$477,800 home value, $1,783/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,455
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $477,800
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,783
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,794
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density3,136/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,455
Per Capita$41,820
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$41,425M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$477,800
Rent$1,783
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 62%
Commute26 min
EV Stations5
Libraries20

Is Mission Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mission Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mission Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mission Hills is $106,455, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Mission Hills among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mission Hills is $477,800, making it a premium housing market at 69% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,783 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mission Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mission Hills has a population of 3,794 with a density of 3,136 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.6%), with 6.2% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

3,794
Total Population
3,136
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Mission Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.9%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.1%
102% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mission Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mission Hills is $106,455, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mission Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,455
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,820
Avg Weekly Wage$1,340
IRS Avg AGI$108,768

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,497
County GDP$41,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,253
Healthcare1,508
Retail1,476
Manufacturing521

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,996
214% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mission Hills is $477,800, 69% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,783 (53% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$477,800
69% above US avg
Median List Price$899,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$899,000
$/Sq Ft$373
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,783
53% 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-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,996
214% above US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Mission Hills, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mission Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death6,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,508

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Mission Hills has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density3,136/sq mi
Coordinates34.6888°N, 120.4398°W
County FIPS06083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.1%
D 61.8%

Winner: Democrat by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,136/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,508
Restaurants1,253
Retail Stores1,476

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Work from Home8.6%

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