Stanton, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Stanton is a mid-size city in California with a population of 38,639. Residents earn $81,455 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,639 Population 12,464/sq mi density
$81,455 Median Income $36,027 per capita
$541,000 Home Value $781,976 Zillow
$1,905 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
320 Violent Crime/100K 1,763 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$81,455 median income, 4.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$541,000 home value, $1,905/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
320 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,455
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $541,000
92% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 320/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,905
64% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population38,639
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density12,464/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,455
Per Capita$36,027
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute29 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$541,000
Rent$1,905
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$781,976

Crime

F
Violent320/100K
Property1,763/100K
Murder5.2/100K
Assault165/100K
Burglary327/100K

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Elevation69 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+72.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute29 min
EV Stations7
Libraries67

Is Stanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stanton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanton is $81,455, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% 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 Stanton is $541,000, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,905 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Stanton is below the national average at 320 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,763 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Stanton has a population of 38,639 with a density of 12,464 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (28.8%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

38,639
Total Population
12,464
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.3%
59% below US avg
Spanish67.7%
405% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanton is $81,455, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Stanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,455
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,027
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% 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 Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanton is $541,000, 92% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,905 (64% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $781,976.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$541,000
92% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$781,976
Median List Price$774,880

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$774,880
$/Sq Ft$547
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops31.0%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,905
64% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,737

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-Occupied51.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Stanton, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Stanton has a violent crime rate of 320 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,763 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 5.2 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent319.7/100K
16% below US avg
Murder5.2/100K
18% below US avg
Rape36.1/100K
Robbery113.4/100K
Assault165.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,763.3/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary327.4/100K
Theft1,077.6/100K
Vehicle Theft358.3/100K
Arson2.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stanton has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density12,464/sq mi
Coordinates33.8002°N, 117.9934°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below 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+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+72.4%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density12,464/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home7.7%

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