California · Metropolitan Area
Tustin is a mid-size city in California with a population of 79,035. Residents earn $108,435 per year, which is 44% above the national average.
Based on current data, Tustin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tustin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Tustin is $108,435, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Tustin among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Tustin is $890,600, making it a premium housing market at 216% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,340 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Tustin is below the national average at 167 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,715 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 46.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Tustin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 48.8% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 51.2% |
| 282% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $108,435 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,723 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.13% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |
| Census Median | $890,600 |
| 216% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,171,631 |
| Median List Price | $1,299,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,299,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $670 |
| Homes Sold | 35 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.3% |
| Price Drops | 13.2% |
| Inventory | 68 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,340 |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,195 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.13% |
| Obesity | 24.1% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.2% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 167.0/100K |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 20.2/100K |
| Robbery | 49.3/100K |
| Assault | 97.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,715.5/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 244.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,324.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 146.8/100K |
| Arson | 8.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.3 inches |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7309°N, 117.8106°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 46.0% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,107/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 44 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 52 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |