Median Income
$39,342
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$234,400
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Walnut Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population581
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,342
Per Capita$26,295
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,482M
Housing
B
Home Value$234,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.0 in/yr
Elevation2,777 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+91.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Libraries14
Is Walnut Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Walnut Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Walnut Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Walnut Creek is $39,342, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Walnut Creek is $234,400, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Walnut Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Walnut Creek has a population of 581 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 7.4% Hispanic.
Population
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Walnut Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Walnut Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Walnut Creek is $39,342, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Walnut Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,342 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,295 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,517 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,056 |
| County GDP | $9,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 451 |
| Healthcare | 515 |
| Retail | 646 |
| Manufacturing | 144 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.45% |
The median home value in Walnut Creek is $234,400, 17% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $234,400 |
| 17% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
In Walnut Creek, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Walnut Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,413/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 515 |
Crime Rates: Walnut Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 61 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Walnut Creek has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.0 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,777 ft (846 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1312°N, 114.1266°W |
| County FIPS | 04015 |