Rosemead, CA

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.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
50,340 Population 9,756/sq mi density
$72,248 Median Income $27,237 per capita
$729,600 Home Value $907,461 Zillow
$1,728 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
269 Violent Crime/100K 2,166 property/100K
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$72,248 median income, 2.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$729,600 home value, $1,728/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
269 violent crimes/100K (29% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,248
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $729,600
159% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 269/100K
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,728
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.5%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50,340
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density9,756/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 8%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,248
Per Capita$27,237
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute28 min

Housing

F
Home Value$729,600
Rent$1,728
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$907,461

Crime

F
Violent269/100K
Property2,166/100K
Murder3.7/100K
Assault155/100K
Burglary455/100K

Health

Obesity20.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation289 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+66.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute28 min
EV Stations9
Libraries258

Is Rosemead a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Rosemead has a population of 50,340 with a density of 9,756 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (7.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

50,340
Total Population
9,756
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosemead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only19.2%
76% below US avg
Spanish80.8%
503% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosemead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosemead is $72,248, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Rosemead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,248
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,237
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosemead is $729,600, 159% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,728 (49% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $907,461.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$729,600
159% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$907,461
Median List Price$899,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$899,450
$/Sq Ft$619
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio104.3%
Price Drops17.2%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,728
49% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,773

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-Occupied48.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Rosemead, 20.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.5% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.5%
36% below US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma7.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression15.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Rosemead has a violent crime rate of 269 per 100,000 residents, 29% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,166 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 3.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent268.5/100K
29% below US avg
Murder3.7/100K
42% below US avg
Rape12.8/100K
Robbery96.8/100K
Assault155.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,166.3/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary454.8/100K
Theft1,408.3/100K
Vehicle Theft303.2/100K
Arson5.5/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rosemead has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density9,756/sq mi
Coordinates34.0689°N, 118.0827°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% 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+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+66.2%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density9,756/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations10
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 Commute28.0 min
Work from Home7.7%

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