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Is Lodi a Good Place to Live? Lodi, California: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Lodi ranks #990 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #416 of 524 smaller cities and #131 of 188 in California. Against similar-size cities it has no measure in the top quarter and trails on high unemployment (6.5%, #448 of 476) and high violent crime (493 per 100,000, #366 of 442).
Lodi by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Lodi's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Lodi?
Lodi's cost of living index is 105.1, 5% above the US level of 100 and #952 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,680/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $511,715, 33% below the typical California home ($764,158).
| Measure | Lodi | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 105.1#952 of 1,308 | 113 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $511,715#836 of 1,187 | $764,158 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $2,188/mo#796 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $492,500#972 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,680/mo#856 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 5.6x#961 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 22.8%#756 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Lodi housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Lodi is in the Stockton, CA metro.
California housing market →Is Lodi safe?
Lodi recorded 493 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 32% above the US rate of 373 and 12% above California's 440. That ranks #831 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #366 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Lodi Police Department. Property crime runs 2,218 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Lodi | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 493#831 of 1,083 | 440 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 2,218#766 of 1,083 | 2,490 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Lodi?
The median household in Lodi earns $88,530, 15% above the US figure of $76,827 and 4% below California ($91,905). Unemployment is 6.5% (US 4.2%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.5% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Lodi | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $88,530#482 of 1,312 | $91,905 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 6.5%#1005 of 1,058 | 5.4% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 12.4%#679 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +0.5%#391 of 1,132 | +0.2% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Lodi?
The median resident of Lodi is 36.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 24.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #987 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 56.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Lodi | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 36.4 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 24.6%#987 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 56.8% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Lodi's schools and health?
Lodi's 18 public schools graduate 87% of students in four years (California 85%), with 21.6 students per teacher and $15,886 spent per pupil. 31% of adults are obese and 11.7% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Lodi | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 87%#576 of 1,063 | 85% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 21.6#1000 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $15,886#486 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 31%#457 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 11.7%#732 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 17.7%#799 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 13.2%#973 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 13,560 students are enrolled in Lodi's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Lodi?
The average commute in Lodi is 24.1 minutes (California 25.2); 0.5% of workers take transit and 11.8% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Lodi scores 10.9 of 20 (above average walkable), #599 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 74.4°F and winters 49.3°F, with 18.4 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Lodi | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 24.1 min#695 of 1,312 | 25.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 7.9%#913 of 1,312 | 11.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 74% | 68.4% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 1.9% | 2.4% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 11.8% | 13.6% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 10.9#599 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56.7 | 39.6 | 3.5 |
| Feb | 62.7 | 41.6 | 3.4 |
| Mar | 68.7 | 44.8 | 2.5 |
| Apr | 74 | 47.3 | 1.5 |
| May | 81.3 | 52.3 | 0.7 |
| Jun | 88.3 | 56.7 | 0.2 |
| Jul | 92.4 | 59.1 | 0 |
| Aug | 91.9 | 58.2 | 0 |
| Sep | 88.6 | 56.1 | 0.1 |
| Oct | 79.3 | 50.4 | 0.9 |
| Nov | 65.3 | 43.4 | 1.8 |
| Dec | 56.6 | 38.7 | 3.6 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Lodi.
| Measure | Lodi | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 62.2°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 74.4°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 49.3°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 18.4 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Lodi.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Lodi?
San Joaquin County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 60% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts San Joaquin County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.19% of building value, higher than 68% of US counties.
| Measure | Lodi | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 46#700 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.19%#898 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for San Joaquin County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, San Joaquin County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.076% | 95% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.0011% | 58% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.088% | 57% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Lodi compare with similar-size cities?
Lodi is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #416 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 67,607.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodi, CAPop. 67,607 | #990 | 50.3 | $88,530 | $1,680/mo | 493 | 24.1 min |
| Eagan, MNPop. 68,000 | #162 | 65.7 | $108,690 | $1,679/mo | 130 | 21.2 min |
| Idaho Falls, IDPop. 67,725 | #448 | 59.0 | $73,110 | $1,075/mo | 301 | 18.9 min |
| Haverhill, MAPop. 67,698 | #444 | 59.1 | $88,326 | $1,668/mo | 330 | 27.4 min |
| Rockville, MDPop. 67,671 | #39 | 71.4 | $128,649 | $2,274/mo | 108 | 30.7 min |
| Ames, IAPop. 67,669 | #357 | 60.8 | $60,991 | $1,023/mo | 103 | 15.6 min |
| Conway, ARPop. 67,642 | #903 | 51.7 | $63,004 | $1,011/mo | 486 | 22.8 min |
| Horizon West, FLPop. 67,416 | #216 | 64.0 | $127,335 | $2,464/mo | no data | 27.2 min |
| Albany, GAPop. 67,224 | #1280 | 39.5 | $47,240 | $931/mo | 1,485 | 19.7 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Lodi compare with the rest of California?
Lodi ranks #131 of the 188 California cities we track, with a score of 50.3 against California's statewide 42.9. Its households earn 4% below the California median. Violent crime is 12% above the statewide rate. Homes are 33% below the typical California home.
| City | Rank in CA | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto, CAPop. 67,237 | #1 | 70.9 | $231,101 | $3,484/mo | 159 |
| Sunnyvale, CAPop. 154,236 | #2 | 69.3 | $186,170 | $3,039/mo | 188 |
| Cupertino, CAPop. 58,566 | #3 | 68.3 | $234,707 | $3,501/mo | 70 |
| Santa Clara, CAPop. 130,256 | #4 | 68.1 | $178,958 | $3,016/mo | 172 |
| Folsom, CAPop. 83,916 | #5 | 68.0 | $139,804 | $2,352/mo | 161 |
| San Mateo, CAPop. 103,105 | #6 | 67.1 | $153,504 | $3,077/mo | 168 |
| Dublin, CAPop. 70,803 | #7 | 66.5 | $214,385 | $3,191/mo | 146 |
| Pleasanton, CAPop. 76,960 | #8 | 65.2 | $190,124 | $3,060/mo | 123 |
| Mountain View, CAPop. 83,732 | #9 | 65.1 | $189,917 | $3,062/mo | 208 |
| Encinitas, CAPop. 61,480 | #10 | 65.1 | $162,229 | $2,886/mo | 108 |
| Baldwin Park, CAPop. 70,138 | … #127 | 50.6 | $80,663 | $1,867/mo | 367 |
| Visalia, CAPop. 143,939 | #128 | 50.5 | $81,989 | $1,490/mo | 415 |
| Yucaipa, CAPop. 54,421 | #129 | 50.5 | $90,794 | $1,711/mo | 204 |
| South Whittier, CAPop. 55,650 | #130 | 50.4 | $100,800 | $1,908/mo | no data |
| Lodi, CAPop. 67,607 | #131 | 50.3 | $88,530 | $1,680/mo | 493 |
| Redding, CAPop. 93,409 | #132 | 50.2 | $70,466 | $1,379/mo | 735 |
| Pittsburg, CAPop. 76,257 | #133 | 50.1 | $99,861 | $2,264/mo | 440 |
| Arden-Arcade, CAPop. 94,994 | #134 | 50.0 | $77,321 | $1,588/mo | no data |
| Rosemead, CAPop. 50,013 | #135 | 49.8 | $73,566 | $1,834/mo | 356 |
The top 10 of the 188 and the cities ranked either side of Lodi among the California cities we track, by overall score. California statewide: median income $91,905, violent crime 440 per 100,000.
How is Lodi's score calculated?
Lodi scores 50.3 out of 100, #990 of 1,312 (grade C, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with California's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Lodi. Similar-size median 55.5.
43.9 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Lodi's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
59.5 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Lodi. Similar-size median 58.9.
56.5 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Lodi's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
48.4 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Lodi's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
53.6 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Lodi. Similar-size median 56.1.
55.9 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Lodi. Similar-size median 42.4.
37.4 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Lodi. Similar-size median 50.0.
46.5 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Lodi's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
52.1 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
39.8 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Lodi's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Lodi has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Lodi
Is Lodi, CA a good place to live?
Lodi ranks #990 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #416 of 524 smaller cities and #131 of 188 in California. Against similar-size cities it has no measure in the top quarter and trails on high unemployment (6.5%, #448 of 476) and high violent crime (493 per 100,000, #366 of 442).
What is the cost of living in Lodi?
Lodi's cost of living index is 105.1, 5% above the US level of 100 and #952 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,680/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $511,715, 33% below the typical California home ($764,158).
What is the crime rate in Lodi?
Lodi recorded 493 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 32% above the US rate of 373 and 12% above California's 440. That ranks #831 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #366 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Lodi Police Department. Property crime runs 2,218 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Lodi?
The median household in Lodi earns $88,530, 15% above the US figure of $76,827 and 4% below California ($91,905). Unemployment is 6.5% (US 4.2%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.5% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Lodi?
Median rent in Lodi is $1,680/mo (Census), #856 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $2,188/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 22.8% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Lodi?
Zillow's typical home value in Lodi is $511,715, down 1.7% in a year, against $764,158 for California and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $492,500.
How are the public schools in Lodi?
Lodi's 18 public schools graduate 87% of students in four years (California 85%), with 21.6 students per teacher and $15,886 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Lodi?
The average commute is 24.1 minutes, #695 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 25.2 minutes across California. 7.9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Lodi?
Lodi averages 62.2°F over the year, 74.4°F in summer and 49.3°F in winter, with 18.4 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Lodi walkable?
Lodi scores 10.9 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #599 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Lodi at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts San Joaquin County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.19% of building value, higher than 68% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Lodi?
San Joaquin County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 60% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Lodi?
Lodi has 67,607 residents. The median resident of Lodi is 36.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 24.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #987 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 56.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Lodi compare with the rest of California?
Lodi ranks #131 of the 188 California cities we track, with a score of 50.3 against California's statewide 42.9. Its households earn 4% below the California median. Violent crime is 12% above the statewide rate. Homes are 33% below the typical California home.
What cities are similar in size to Lodi?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Lodi's population of 67,607 are Eagan, MN (#162 overall), Idaho Falls, ID (#448 overall), Haverhill, MA (#444 overall), Rockville, MD (#39 overall), and Ames, IA (#357 overall). Lodi is #990.