California · Metropolitan Area
Rancho Cucamonga is a large city in California with a population of 174,693. Residents earn $109,511 per year, which is 46% above the national average.
Based on current data, Rancho Cucamonga 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, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rancho Cucamonga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rancho Cucamonga is $109,511, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Rancho Cucamonga among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Rancho Cucamonga is $694,400, making it a premium housing market at 146% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,286 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Rancho Cucamonga is below the national average at 164 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,124 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Rancho Cucamonga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 65.8% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 34.2% |
| 155% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $109,511 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,626 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% 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 | 1.45% |
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |
| Census Median | $694,400 |
| 146% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $782,617 |
| Median List Price | $775,000 |
| Median List Price | $775,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $431 |
| Homes Sold | 86 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 16.6% |
| Inventory | 223 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,286 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,824 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
| Obesity | 29.6% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 163.9/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Murder | 2.3/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Rape | 9.8/100K |
| Robbery | 57.3/100K |
| Assault | 94.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,124.0/100K |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 780.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,104.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 238.6/100K |
| Arson | 9.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 13.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 46.5 sq mi (120.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,756/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1303°N, 117.5661°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 37.3% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,756/sq mi |
| Total Area | 46.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 29 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 38 |
| 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 | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |