San Jacinto, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

San Jacinto is a mid-size city in California with a population of 54,756. Residents earn $78,281 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
54,756 Population 2,117/sq mi density
$78,281 Median Income $26,286 per capita
$391,600 Home Value $479,919 Zillow
$1,633 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
219 Violent Crime/100K 4,057 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$78,281 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$391,600 home value, $1,633/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
219 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,281
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $391,600
39% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 219/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,633
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54,756
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density2,117/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,281
Per Capita$26,286
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$331,868M
Commute42 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$391,600
Rent$1,633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$479,919

Crime

F
Violent219/100K
Property4,057/100K
Murder4.3/100K
Assault113/100K
Burglary1,034/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Elevation1,490 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+77.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute42 min
EV Stations1
Libraries88

Is San Jacinto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Jacinto receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. San Jacinto has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Jacinto is $78,281, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Jacinto is $391,600, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,633 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in San Jacinto is below the national average at 219 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,057 per 100,000, 107% above the national average.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

San Jacinto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

San Jacinto has a population of 54,756 with a density of 2,117 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.7%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

54,756
Total Population
2,117
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
25.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

San Jacinto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.0%
27% below US avg
Spanish43.0%
221% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Jacinto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Jacinto is $78,281, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: San Jacinto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,281
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,286
Avg Weekly Wage$1,593
IRS Avg AGI$104,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)133,031
County GDP$331,868M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,243
Healthcare11,184
Retail9,270
Manufacturing2,955

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.4 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in San Jacinto is $391,600, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,633 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $479,919.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$391,600
39% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$479,919
Median List Price$499,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,999
$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold40
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops10.7%
Inventory122

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,633
40% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,839

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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In San Jacinto, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death5,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,184
San Jacinto has a violent crime rate of 219 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,057 per 100,000 (107% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent218.5/100K
42% below US avg
Murder4.3/100K
31% below US avg
Rape4.3/100K
Robbery97.4/100K
Assault112.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,057.0/100K
107% above US avg
Burglary1,034.3/100K
Theft2,425.6/100K
Vehicle Theft597.2/100K
Arson2.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
San Jacinto has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)
Area25.9 sq mi (67.0 km²)
Population Density2,117/sq mi
Coordinates33.7989°N, 116.9959°W
County FIPS06073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.2%
D 56.9%

Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+77.4%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,117/sq mi
Total Area25.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries88
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Restaurants8,243
Retail Stores9,270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.4 min
Work from Home8.6%

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