Median Income
$27,396
64% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
26.1%
110% higher than US avg
How Walnut Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population633
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$27,396
Per Capita$17,707
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty26.1%
County GDP$899M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,921
Rent Burden30.1%
Health
Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation458 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+80.9%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Broadband66.5%
Libraries4
Is Walnut a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Walnut receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, 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 $27,396, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Walnut is $84,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Walnut enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Walnut has a population of 633 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 11.2% Black.
Population
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
The median household income in Walnut is $27,396, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,396 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,707 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $833 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,687 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 26.1% |
| 110% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 396 |
| County GDP | $899M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 75 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,626 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Walnut is $84,700, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,921.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,700 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $146,921 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,626 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.10% |
In Walnut, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Walnut vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.4% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.4% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,004/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Crime Rates: Walnut vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Walnut has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 57.6 inches |
| 52% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 458 ft (140 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9497°N, 88.9245°W |
| County FIPS | 28139 |