Median Income
$65,278
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Walnut Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,339
Median Age66.6 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,278
Per Capita$29,902
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$1,051M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,900
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,887
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation1,341 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Libraries3
Is Walnut a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Walnut receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Walnut offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Walnut is $65,278, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Walnut is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Walnut experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Walnut has a population of 1,339 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 66.6 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.8% Hispanic.
Population
66.6yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Walnut is $65,278, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,278 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,902 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $982 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,398 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 444 |
| County GDP | $1,051M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,339 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
The median home value in Walnut is $97,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,887.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,900 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,887 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $844 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,339 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.43% |
In Walnut, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Walnut vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,814/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Walnut vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Walnut has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.1 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,341 ft (409 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 609/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4895°N, 95.2197°W |
| County FIPS | 19165 |