San Fernando, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

San Fernando is a small city in California with a population of 23,716. Residents earn $79,694 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
23,716 Population 10,007/sq mi density
$79,694 Median Income $30,129 per capita
$630,700 Home Value $743,012 Zillow
$1,690 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
308 Violent Crime/100K 1,667 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$79,694 median income, 4.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$630,700 home value, $1,690/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
308 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,694
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $630,700
124% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 308/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,690
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population23,716
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density10,007/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,694
Per Capita$30,129
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute30 min

Housing

C
Home Value$630,700
Rent$1,690
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$743,012

Crime

F
Violent308/100K
Property1,667/100K
Murder8.2/100K
Assault185/100K
Burglary394/100K

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation1,104 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+64.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute30 min
EV Stations13
Libraries258

Is San Fernando a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Fernando receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. San Fernando has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Fernando is $79,694, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Fernando is $630,700, making it a premium housing market at 124% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,690 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in San Fernando is below the national average at 308 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,667 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

San Fernando enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

San Fernando has a population of 23,716 with a density of 10,007 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (29.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

23,716
Total Population
10,007
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

San Fernando vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.1%
67% below US avg
Spanish73.9%
451% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Fernando vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Fernando is $79,694, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: San Fernando vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,694
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,129
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% 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 Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in San Fernando is $630,700, 124% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,690 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $743,012.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$630,700
124% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$743,012
Median List Price$799,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$799,900
$/Sq Ft$563
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,690
45% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,071

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-Occupied62.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In San Fernando, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: San Fernando vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
San Fernando has a violent crime rate of 308 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,667 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 8.2 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent307.9/100K
19% below US avg
Murder8.2/100K
30% above US avg
Rape16.4/100K
Robbery98.5/100K
Assault184.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,666.5/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary394.1/100K
Theft1,018.0/100K
Vehicle Theft254.5/100K
Arson4.1/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
San Fernando has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,104 ft (336 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density10,007/sq mi
Coordinates34.2887°N, 118.4362°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% 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+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+64.6%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,007/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations21
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 Commute29.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

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