North Tustin, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Tustin is a small city in California with a population of 26,038. Residents earn $186,250 per year, which is 148% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
26,038 Population 3,957/sq mi density
$186,250 Median Income $88,003 per capita
$1,212,400 Home Value $1,732,975 Zillow
$2,397 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$186,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$1,212,400 home value, $2,397/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $186,250
148% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,212,400
330% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.0%
81% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,397
106% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.3%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26,038
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density3,957/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

A+
Median Income$186,250
Per Capita$88,003
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$1,212,400
Rent$2,397
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,732,975

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation243 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.0%
High School+93.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute24 min
Libraries67

Is North Tustin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Tustin receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Tustin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Tustin is $186,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 148% above $75,149. This places North Tustin among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Tustin is $1,212,400, making it a premium housing market at 330% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,397 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

North Tustin is a highly educated community — 61.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Tustin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Tustin has a population of 26,038 with a density of 3,957 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.3%).

Population

26,038
Total Population
3,957
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

North Tustin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.9%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.1%
65% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Tustin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Tustin is $186,250, which is 148% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: North Tustin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$186,250
148% above US avg
Per Capita Income$88,003
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% 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 Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in North Tustin is $1,212,400, 330% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,397 (106% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,732,975.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,212,400
330% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,732,975
Median List Price$2,250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,250,000
$/Sq Ft$717
Homes Sold24
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops14.6%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,397
106% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$5,750

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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In North Tustin, 22.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Tustin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.3%
31% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
High Blood Pressure24.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

North Tustin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²)
Population Density3,957/sq mi
Coordinates33.7635°N, 117.7947°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% 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+61.0%
81% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,957/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home19.4%

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