California · Metropolitan Area
West Covina is a large city in California with a population of 107,436. Residents earn $98,570 per year, which is 31% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Covina receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. West Covina has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in West Covina is $98,570, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places West Covina among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in West Covina is $712,300, making it a premium housing market at 153% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,153 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in West Covina is below the national average at 208 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,619 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.
29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
West Covina enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 42.6% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 57.4% |
| 328% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $98,570 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,100 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
| Census Median | $712,300 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $843,651 |
| Median List Price | $799,900 |
| Median List Price | $799,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $487 |
| Homes Sold | 27 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.9% |
| Price Drops | 21.5% |
| Inventory | 107 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,153 |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,620 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
| Obesity | 23.7% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% |
| COPD | 3.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 16.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 208.1/100K |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.9/100K |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Rape | 3.7/100K |
| Robbery | 80.5/100K |
| Assault | 123.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,618.9/100K |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 419.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,806.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 393.0/100K |
| Arson | 4.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.3 inches |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 16.0 sq mi (41.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0559°N, 117.9099°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.8% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,698/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 20 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 31 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |