Rosamond, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rosamond is a small city in California with a population of 20,835. Residents earn $77,773 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
20,835 Population 400/sq mi density
$77,773 Median Income $30,592 per capita
$330,100 Home Value $409,543 Zillow
$1,230 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$77,773 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$330,100 home value, $1,230/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,773
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,100
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,230
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population20,835
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,773
Per Capita$30,592
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$330,100
Rent$1,230
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$409,543

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.8 in/yr
Elevation2,406 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+85.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute31 min
Libraries258

Is Rosamond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosamond receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rosamond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosamond is $77,773, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosamond is $330,100, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,230 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosamond enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rosamond has a population of 20,835 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.5%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 13.2% Black.

Population

20,835
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
52.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosamond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.5%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.5%
150% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosamond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosamond is $77,773, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Rosamond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,773
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,592
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above 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
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosamond is $330,100, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,230 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $409,543.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,100
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$409,543
Median List Price$477,475

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$477,475
$/Sq Ft$266
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops32.7%
Inventory55

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,230
6% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,161

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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Rosamond, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Rosamond has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.8 inches
82% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,406 ft (733 m)
Area52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates34.8656°N, 118.2148°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area52.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home7.4%

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