Median Income
$66,071
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,000
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.8%
29% lower than US avg
How Pomona Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,210
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,287/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,071
Per Capita$23,124
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$1,168M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,255
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation949 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries5
Is Pomona a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pomona receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pomona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pomona is $66,071, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pomona is $126,000, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Pomona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Pomona has a population of 1,210 with a density of 1,287 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Pomona is $66,071, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,071 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,124 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,787 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 711 |
| County GDP | $1,168M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 74 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Pomona is $126,000, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,255.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,000 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $272,255 |
| Median List Price | $199,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $199,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $188 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $875 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.47% |
In Pomona, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pomona vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,277/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
Crime Rates: Pomona vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Pomona has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 949 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6112°N, 95.4544°W |
| County FIPS | 20059 |