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Rolling Hills, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rolling Hills is a small town in California with a population of 533. Residents earn $91,635 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
533 Population 178/sq mi density
$91,635 Median Income $54,602 per capita
$602,700 Home Value $3,043,838 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
53 Violent Crime/100K 949 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$91,635 median income, 7.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$602,700 home value, $3,501/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
53 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,635
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $602,700
114% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 53/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.1%
69% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population533
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,635
Per Capita$54,602
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$602,700
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$3,043,838
Housing Units682
Rent Burden18.2%

Crime

F
Violent53/100K
Property949/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault53/100K
Burglary475/100K

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking6.5%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.1%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+37.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute21 min
Broadband97.9%
Libraries258

Is Rolling Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rolling Hills 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, above-average unemployment. Rolling Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rolling Hills is $91,635, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rolling Hills is $602,700, making it a premium housing market at 114% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rolling Hills is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 53 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 949 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

Rolling Hills is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rolling Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rolling Hills has a population of 533 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

533
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Rolling Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.7%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.3%
96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rolling Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rolling Hills is $91,635, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Rolling Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,635
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,602
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rolling Hills is $602,700, 114% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $3,043,838.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$602,700
114% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$3,043,838

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units682
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Rolling Hills, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 6.5% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rolling Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure23.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD2.9%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits76.8%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Rolling Hills has a violent crime rate of 53 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 949 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent52.7/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault52.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property949.4/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary474.7/100K
Theft421.9/100K
Vehicle Theft52.7/100K
Arson52.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rolling Hills has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.6 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates33.7600°N, 118.3472°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin. 97.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.1%
69% above US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+37.5%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.9%
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

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