Rialto, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rialto is a large city in California with a population of 103,866. Residents earn $85,521 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
103,866 Population 4,312/sq mi density
$85,521 Median Income $26,943 per capita
$454,400 Home Value $584,577 Zillow
$1,641 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature 332 sunny days/yr
320 Violent Crime/100K 2,101 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$85,521 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$454,400 home value, $1,641/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
320 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,521
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $454,400
61% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 320/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,641
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population103,866
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density4,312/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

B+
Median Income$85,521
Per Capita$26,943
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$454,400
Rent$1,641
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$584,577

Crime

F
Violent320/100K
Property2,101/100K
Murder4.9/100K
Assault187/100K
Burglary598/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation1,348 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+75.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute33 min
EV Stations13
Libraries67

Is Rialto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rialto receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Rialto has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rialto is $85,521, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rialto is $454,400, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,641 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rialto is below the national average at 320 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,101 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rialto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rialto has a population of 103,866 with a density of 4,312 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 12.6% Black.

Population

103,866
Total Population
4,312
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
24.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rialto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only41.8%
47% below US avg
Spanish58.2%
334% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rialto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rialto is $85,521, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Rialto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,521
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% 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 Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rialto is $454,400, 61% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,641 (41% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $584,577.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$454,400
61% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$584,577
Median List Price$589,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$589,000
$/Sq Ft$341
Homes Sold32
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops21.0%
Inventory81

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,641
41% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,689

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-Occupied64.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Rialto, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rialto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Rialto has a violent crime rate of 320 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,101 per 100,000 (7% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent319.9/100K
16% below US avg
Murder4.9/100K
23% below US avg
Rape17.6/100K
Robbery110.2/100K
Assault187.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,100.6/100K
7% above US avg
Burglary597.8/100K
Theft864.1/100K
Vehicle Theft638.8/100K
Arson8.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rialto has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 332 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area24.1 sq mi (62.4 km²)
Population Density4,312/sq mi
Coordinates34.1174°N, 117.3892°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below 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+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+75.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,312/sq mi
Total Area24.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations24
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home7.6%

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