San Gabriel, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

San Gabriel is a mid-size city in California with a population of 38,764. Residents earn $87,592 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,764 Population 9,363/sq mi density
$87,592 Median Income $38,157 per capita
$899,000 Home Value $1,107,200 Zillow
$1,874 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
205 Violent Crime/100K 1,373 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$87,592 median income, 3.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$899,000 home value, $1,874/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
205 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,592
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $899,000
219% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 205/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,874
61% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.5%
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population38,764
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density9,363/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,592
Per Capita$38,157
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home Value$899,000
Rent$1,874
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,107,200

Crime

F
Violent205/100K
Property1,373/100K
Murder2.5/100K
Assault114/100K
Burglary421/100K

Health

Obesity18.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation407 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+79.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute29 min
EV Stations9
Libraries258

Is San Gabriel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Gabriel receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. San Gabriel has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Gabriel is $87,592, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Gabriel is $899,000, making it a premium housing market at 219% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,874 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in San Gabriel is below the national average at 205 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,373 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

San Gabriel 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.

San Gabriel has a population of 38,764 with a density of 9,363 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (13.8%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

38,764
Total Population
9,363
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

San Gabriel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only28.5%
64% below US avg
Spanish71.5%
434% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Gabriel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Gabriel is $87,592, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: San Gabriel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,592
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,157
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% 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 Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in San Gabriel is $899,000, 219% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,874 (61% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,107,200.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$899,000
219% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,107,200
Median List Price$1,100,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,100,000
$/Sq Ft$707
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory36

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,874
61% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,732

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-Occupied48.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In San Gabriel, 18.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.5%
42% below US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma7.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
San Gabriel has a violent crime rate of 205 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,373 per 100,000 (30% below US avg). The murder rate is 2.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent205.4/100K
46% below US avg
Murder2.5/100K
61% below US avg
Rape17.3/100K
Robbery71.8/100K
Assault113.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,373.5/100K
30% below US avg
Burglary420.7/100K
Theft848.8/100K
Vehicle Theft103.9/100K
Arson9.9/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
San Gabriel 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

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density9,363/sq mi
Coordinates34.0946°N, 118.0985°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above 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+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+79.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density9,363/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations13
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 Commute29.3 min
Work from Home11.9%

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