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Living in Walnut, CA

Walnut, a small city in California, has a population of slightly more than 30,000. The city's population, with an average age of just under 42, is a bit older than other cities in the state, which has an average age of 37. Only 16% of residents rent in Walnut, as home ownership is common in the area. With an average rent of $1,910 per month, exceeding the state average, relatively high rent costs could be playing a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Many Walnut residents work in one of two industries: healthcare and retail. Combined, these industries account for 16% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in management, as 9% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of just over $107K, Walnut workers take home more than their peers elsewhere in California. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Walnut has a relatively large number of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 8% possess a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 27% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Averaging about 40 minutes, the commute time for Walnut residents is slower than the state average of about 32 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common way to get to work, opted for by 41% of residents, while public transit is not widely used. Walking isn't a common means of commuting to work.

Who Lives Here

Walnut Demographics

Education

High School

15%

Associate's

17%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

7%

Doctorate

36%

Family Size

2 people

35%

3 people

26%

4 people

20%

5 people

11%

6+ people

7%

Household Income

0-50k

23%

50-100k

25%

100-150k

21%

150-200k

14%

200k+

17%

Age

0-10

9%

10-20

11%

20-45

30%

45-65

30%

65+

20%

Getting Around Walnut

Walnut Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

15%

15-30 Mins

26%

30-40 Mins

17%

40-60 Mins

20%

60+ Mins

21%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4343

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 6 of 9 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 6 of 9 renters

Percentage: 4343

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 5 of 9 renters

Top Scores: Coffee, Pet, Medicine

Things To Do In Walnut

Top Score

Coffee

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Oh la latte, not a bad spot for getting a cup of joe.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. 6% more coffee shops than average
  3. 88% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sit. Stay. Good boy. Walnut is a good place for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 23% more pet facilities than average
  3. 22% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You won't get sick of medical care here.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Filling stations in Walnut are at full-throttle!

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 39% more gas stations than average
  3. 38% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Parks

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Walnut is shrubby, not shabby.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 15% more parks than average
  3. 7% more parks than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not bad on the supermarket score. Walnut gets an average rating.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 29% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 8% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Cardio is hale and hardy in Walnut.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 36% fewer gyms than average
  3. 38% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Walnut serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. An average number of restaurants
  3. 8% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Walnut is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 100% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 100% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 75% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 38% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 52% fewer shops than average
  3. 55% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Walnut Features

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 9 of 9 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 9 of 9 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 9 of 9 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 8 of 9 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 7 of 9 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 7 of 9 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 7 of 9 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 6 of 9 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 6 of 9 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 5 of 9 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 5 of 9 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

No

Say 5 of 9 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 5 of 9 renters

Safe For Families

No

Say 5 of 9 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 6 of 9 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 6 of 9 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 7 of 9 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 8 of 9 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 8 of 9 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 9 of 9 renters

Walnut Education

Schools

Percentage: 2/52/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Walnut

8/10

Vejar Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

C.J. Morris Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Westhoff Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Walnut Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Collegewood Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

10/10

Maple Hill Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Walnut, CA

Walnut, a small city in California, has a population of slightly more than 30,000. The city's population, with an average age of just under 42, is a bit older than other cities in the state, which has an average age of 37. Only 16% of residents rent in Walnut, as home ownership is common in the area. With an average rent of $1,910 per month, exceeding the state average, relatively high rent costs could be playing a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Many Walnut residents work in one of two industries: healthcare and retail. Combined, these industries account for 16% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in management, as 9% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of just over $107K, Walnut workers take home more than their peers elsewhere in California. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Walnut has a relatively large number of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 8% possess a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 27% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Averaging about 40 minutes, the commute time for Walnut residents is slower than the state average of about 32 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common way to get to work, opted for by 41% of residents, while public transit is not widely used. Walking isn't a common means of commuting to work.

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