California · Metropolitan Area
Rosemead is a mid-size city in California with a population of 50,340. Residents earn $72,248 per year, which is 4% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rosemead receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rosemead has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Rosemead is $72,248, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Rosemead is $729,600, making it a premium housing market at 159% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,728 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Rosemead is below the national average at 269 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,166 per 100,000, near the national average.
21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Rosemead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 19.2% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 80.8% |
| 503% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $72,248 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,237 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.43% |
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
| Census Median | $729,600 |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $907,461 |
| Median List Price | $899,450 |
| Median List Price | $899,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $619 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.3% |
| Price Drops | 17.2% |
| Inventory | 29 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,728 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,773 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.43% |
| Obesity | 20.5% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 7.7% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 15.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 268.5/100K |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.7/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Rape | 12.8/100K |
| Robbery | 96.8/100K |
| Assault | 155.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,166.3/100K |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 454.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,408.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 303.2/100K |
| Arson | 5.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.7 inches |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 289 ft (88 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,756/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0689°N, 118.0827°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.9% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 66.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 9,756/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |