Placentia, CA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Placentia, California Summary
Life in Placentia research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Placentia over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Placentia:
The population in Placentia is 51,951.
The median home value in Placentia is $697,900.
The median income in Placentia is $103,041.
The cost of living in Placentia is 156 which is 1.6x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Placentia is $1,938.
The unemployment rate in Placentia is 4.9%.
The poverty rate in Placentia is 7.2%.
Table Of Contents
Placentia SnackAbility
8.5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8.5/10
Housing
9.5
Affordability
4
Diversity
10
Safety
5
Amenities
10
Education
8
Commute
5
Placentia, CA Crime Report
1,023
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
2,015.2
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-13.29%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Placentia / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,023 | 2,015.2 | 2,581.0 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 118 | 232.4 | 442.0 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.6 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 14 | 27.6 | 113.6 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 102 | 200.9 | 288.7 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 905 | 1,782.8 | 2,138.9 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 301 | 592.9 | 369.7 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 475 | 935.7 | 1,341.7 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 129 | 254.1 | 427.6 | 282.7 |
Placentia, CA Cost Of Living
156
Placentia's Overall Cost Of Living
Placentia's Overall Cost Of Living
1.6x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Placentia | California | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 156 | 139 | 100 | |
| Services | 113 | 110 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 112 | 112 | 100 | |
| Health | 107 | 109 | 100 | |
| Housing | 261 | 204 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 138 | 126 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 91 | 124 | 100 | |
Placentia, CA Photos
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Rankings for Placentia in California
Map Of Placentia, CA
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Population over time in Placentia
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 52,049 | 0.0% |
| 2020 | 52,049 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 52,294 | 0.2% |
| 2018 | 52,168 | 0.1% |
| 2017 | 52,123 | 0.5% |
| 2016 | 51,860 | 1.0% |
| 2015 | 51,342 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 50,616 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 50,089 | 1.1% |
| 2012 | 49,566 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Placentia
| Race | Placentia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 38.2% | 35.8% | 59.4% |
| African American | 2.5% | 5.4% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 16.0% | 14.7% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 3.5% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 39.1% | 39.5% | 18.4% |
Gender in Placentia
| Gender | Placentia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.0% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.0% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Placentia for adults over 25
| Education | Placentia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 8.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 19.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Placentia, California
| Income | Placentia | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.0% | 4.6% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.5% | 3.6% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.9% | 6.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.2% | 6.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.2% | 9.4% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.2% | 14.7% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.9% | 12.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.1% | 17.5% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.8% | 9.9% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 17.2% | 15.1% | 9.5% |
