Rowland Heights, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rowland Heights is a mid-size city in California with a population of 46,787. Residents earn $85,202 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
46,787 Population 3,577/sq mi density
$85,202 Median Income $39,842 per capita
$812,900 Home Value $980,043 Zillow
$1,929 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$85,202 median income, 4.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$812,900 home value, $1,929/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,202
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $812,900
188% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,929
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46,787
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density3,577/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 11%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,202
Per Capita$39,842
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute33 min

Housing

F
Home Value$812,900
Rent$1,929
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$980,043

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Elevation679 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+85.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute33 min
EV Stations3
Libraries67

Is Rowland Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rowland Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rowland Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rowland Heights is $85,202, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.2% 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 Rowland Heights is $812,900, making it a premium housing market at 188% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,929 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rowland Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rowland Heights has a population of 46,787 with a density of 3,577 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (10.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

46,787
Total Population
3,577
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
13.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rowland Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.6%
69% below US avg
Spanish75.4%
463% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rowland Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rowland Heights is $85,202, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Rowland Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,202
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,842
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% 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 Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rowland Heights is $812,900, 188% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,929 (66% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $980,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$812,900
188% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$980,043
Median List Price$1,050,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,050,000
$/Sq Ft$580
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops13.3%
Inventory60

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,929
66% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,482

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Rowland Heights, 19.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rowland Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.0%
41% below US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma7.3%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression14.9%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Rowland Heights has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area13.1 sq mi (33.9 km²)
Population Density3,577/sq mi
Coordinates33.9703°N, 117.8906°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above 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+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,577/sq mi
Total Area13.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home12.2%

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