Victorville, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Victorville is a large city in California with a population of 135,983. Residents earn $70,663 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
135,983 Population 1,845/sq mi density
$70,663 Median Income $26,955 per capita
$342,500 Home Value $431,662 Zillow
$1,568 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature 349 sunny days/yr
525 Violent Crime/100K 3,576 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$70,663 median income, 6.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$342,500 home value, $1,568/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
525 violent crimes/100K (38% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,663
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $342,500
21% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 525/100K
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,568
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population135,983
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density1,845/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,663
Per Capita$26,955
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute41 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$342,500
Rent$1,568
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$431,662

Crime

F
Violent525/100K
Property3,576/100K
Murder2.5/100K
Assault336/100K
Burglary1,428/100K

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation2,949 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+77.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute41 min
EV Stations34
Libraries258

Is Victorville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Victorville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Victorville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Victorville is $70,663, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Victorville is $342,500, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,568 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 525 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,576 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Victorville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 349 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Victorville has a population of 135,983 with a density of 1,845 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 17.1% Black.

Population

135,983
Total Population
1,845
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
73.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Victorville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.5%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.5%
202% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Victorville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Victorville is $70,663, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Victorville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,663
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,955
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above 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 Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.9 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Victorville is $342,500, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,568 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $431,662.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$342,500
21% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$431,662
Median List Price$439,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,999
$/Sq Ft$240
Homes Sold58
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops24.7%
Inventory283

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,568
35% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,181

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-Occupied58.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Victorville, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Victorville has a violent crime rate of 525 per 100,000 residents, 38% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,576 per 100,000 (82% above US avg). The murder rate is 2.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent524.9/100K
38% above US avg
Murder2.5/100K
61% below US avg
Rape31.9/100K
Robbery154.5/100K
Assault336.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,576.0/100K
82% above US avg
Burglary1,428.3/100K
Theft1,653.9/100K
Vehicle Theft493.8/100K
Arson20.4/100K

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Victorville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.4 inches. The area enjoys 349 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.4 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,949 ft (899 m)
Area73.7 sq mi (190.9 km²)
Population Density1,845/sq mi
Coordinates34.5277°N, 117.3536°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below 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+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+77.2%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,845/sq mi
Total Area73.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations34
Alt Fuel Stations54
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 Commute40.9 min
Work from Home8.2%

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