California · Metropolitan Area
Murrieta is a large city in California with a population of 111,621. Residents earn $109,780 per year, which is 46% above the national average.
Based on current data, Murrieta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Murrieta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Murrieta is $109,780, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Murrieta among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Murrieta is $606,900, making it a premium housing market at 115% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,330 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Murrieta is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,345 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.
31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Murrieta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 74.7% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 25.3% |
| 89% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $109,780 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,992 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
| Commute Time | 37.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.5% |
| Census Median | $606,900 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $680,928 |
| Median List Price | $674,900 |
| Median List Price | $674,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $309 |
| Homes Sold | 91 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 25.4% |
| Inventory | 264 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,330 |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,531 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
| Obesity | 33.5% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 62.7/100K |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.9/100K |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Rape | 5.5/100K |
| Robbery | 18.5/100K |
| Assault | 37.8/100K |
| Total Property | 1,345.3/100K |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 241.8/100K |
| Theft | 931.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 172.6/100K |
| Arson | 12.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.4 inches |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 35.4 sq mi (91.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,153/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5721°N, 117.1904°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.8% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,153/sq mi |
| Total Area | 35.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 38 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 44 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 37.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.5% |