Tustin, CA

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
79,035 Population 7,107/sq mi density
$108,435 Median Income $50,723 per capita
$890,600 Home Value $1,171,631 Zillow
$2,340 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
167 Violent Crime/100K 1,715 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$108,435 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$890,600 home value, $2,340/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
167 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,435
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $890,600
216% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 167/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.0%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,340
101% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.1%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79,035
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density7,107/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,435
Per Capita$50,723
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute24 min

Housing

C
Home Value$890,600
Rent$2,340
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,171,631

Crime

F
Violent167/100K
Property1,715/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault97/100K
Burglary244/100K

Health

Obesity24.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation108 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.0%
High School+88.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute24 min
EV Stations44
Libraries67

Is Tustin a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Tustin has a population of 79,035 with a density of 7,107 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.3%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

79,035
Total Population
7,107
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tustin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only48.8%
38% below US avg
Spanish51.2%
282% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tustin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tustin is $108,435, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Tustin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,435
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,723
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% 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 Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tustin is $890,600, 216% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,340 (101% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,171,631.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$890,600
216% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,171,631
Median List Price$1,299,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,299,000
$/Sq Ft$670
Homes Sold35
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops13.2%
Inventory68

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,340
101% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,195

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-Occupied50.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Tustin, 24.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.1%
25% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Tustin has a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,715 per 100,000 (12% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent167.0/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape20.2/100K
Robbery49.3/100K
Assault97.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,715.5/100K
12% below US avg
Burglary244.2/100K
Theft1,324.6/100K
Vehicle Theft146.8/100K
Arson8.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tustin has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.8 km²)
Population Density7,107/sq mi
Coordinates33.7309°N, 117.8106°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above 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+46.0%
36% above US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,107/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations44
Alt Fuel Stations52
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 Commute23.8 min
Work from Home16.1%

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