Median Age
47 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
26%
Walnut
Walnut, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,097
Population
26,789
Renter Mix
17% Rent
Collegiate energy and a family-friendly atmosphere in one of Los Angeles’ most desirable suburbs.
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Tucked between the San Jose Hills and the Puente Hills about 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Walnut offers a quieter pace without cutting you off from the energy of Southern California. The city sits conveniently close to both Mt. San Antonio College and Cal Poly Pomona, giving the area a lively academic edge that brings cultural events, performing arts, and community programming to the region year-round. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking trails winding through the surrounding hillsides, along with well-maintained parks that make getting outside effortless.
Day-to-day living here feels grounded and well-rounded, with shopping centers, local dining, and services spread throughout the city's nine square miles. Neighboring Diamond Bar and West Covina are just minutes away, adding even more options for dining, retail, and entertainment. The Walnut Valley Unified School District consistently ranks among the top public school systems in Southern California.
Renters will find a solid mix of apartment communities and townhome-style rentals, with spacious floor plans that reflect the area's suburban character. Whether you're after a cozy one-bedroom or a larger multi-room layout, Walnut's rental market offers options that suit a range of lifestyles and needs.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$125,432
Average: $147,199
Education
12,196
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,268
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Walnut has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
17%
Non-Renters
83%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Walnut, CA is $2,097 for one bedroom, $2,468 for two bedrooms, and $2,807 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Walnut has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,097/month
750 Sq Ft
House
$4,577/month
2,383 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Walnut, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
706 Students
Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
654 Students
Public
Grades K-8
879 Students
Ybarra Academy For The Arts And Technology
Public
Grades K-8
630 Students
Public
Grades K-5
485 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,190 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
979 Students
Public
Grades K-8
879 Students
Ybarra Academy For The Arts And Technology
Public
Grades K-8
630 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,148 Students
Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation) School
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Galster Wilderness Park Nature Center
- Covina Park
- Schabarum Regional Park
- Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park
- San Dimas Canyon Nature Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Ontario International
- Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.