Temple City, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Temple City is a mid-size city in California with a population of 35,749. Residents earn $102,449 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
35,749 Population 8,915/sq mi density
$102,449 Median Income $42,664 per capita
$930,200 Home Value $1,098,432 Zillow
$2,034 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
124 Violent Crime/100K 1,180 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$102,449 median income, 4.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$930,200 home value, $2,034/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
124 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,449
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $930,200
230% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 124/100K
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.5%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,034
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.0%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35,749
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density8,915/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 17%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,449
Per Capita$42,664
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute32 min

Housing

D
Home Value$930,200
Rent$2,034
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,098,432

Crime

F
Violent124/100K
Property1,180/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault85/100K
Burglary400/100K

Health

Obesity18.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation381 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.5%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute32 min
EV Stations4
Libraries258

Is Temple City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Temple City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Temple City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Temple City is $102,449, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Temple City among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Temple City is $930,200, making it a premium housing market at 230% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,034 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Temple City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,180 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Temple City 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.

Temple City has a population of 35,749 with a density of 8,915 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (17.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

35,749
Total Population
8,915
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Temple City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.1%
58% below US avg
Spanish66.9%
399% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Temple City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Temple City is $102,449, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Temple City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,449
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,664
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% 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 Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Temple City is $930,200, 230% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,034 (75% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,098,432.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$930,200
230% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,098,432
Median List Price$1,129,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,129,000
$/Sq Ft$658
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops10.3%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,034
75% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,415

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-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Temple City, 18.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Temple City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.0%
44% below US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma7.4%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Temple City has a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,180 per 100,000 (40% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent124.1/100K
67% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape8.3/100K
Robbery30.3/100K
Assault85.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,180.0/100K
40% below US avg
Burglary399.8/100K
Theft692.0/100K
Vehicle Theft88.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Temple City 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

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density8,915/sq mi
Coordinates34.1022°N, 118.0580°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% 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+42.5%
26% above US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8,915/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations7
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 Commute31.6 min
Work from Home15.6%

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