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Wofford Heights, CA
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Wofford Heights, CA
At a Glance
How Wofford Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wofford Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wofford Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wofford Heights residents earn a median household income of $40,168 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,040. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,950 business establishments, including 1,569 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wofford Heights is $196,600 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $224,176. Median rent is $921/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Wofford Heights reports 392 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,377/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Wofford Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wofford Heights has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.