Lemon Grove SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Crime in Lemon Grove summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Lemon Grove. Key points include:
There were 418 total crimes in Lemon Grove in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Lemon Grove is 1,516.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lemon Grove is 442.7 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Lemon Grove is 1,074.1 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Lemon Grove is -28.43% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Lemon Grove Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Lemon Grove / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 418 | 1,516.7 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 122 | 442.7 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 3 | 10.9 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 36 | 130.6 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 82 | 297.5 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 296 | 1,074.1 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 50 | 181.4 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 164 | 595.1 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 82 | 297.5 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Lemon Grove summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lemon Grove. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lemon Grove is 145 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lemon Grove is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lemon Grove is $762,357.
The median income in Lemon Grove is $88,009.
Lemon Grove's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lemon Grove Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lemon Grove | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 145 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 106 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 113 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 214 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 119 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 115 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 114 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lemon Grove, CA Weather
The average high in Lemon Grove is 73.0° and the average low is 51.8°.
There are 24.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 13.2 inches of precipitation each year with 1.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lemon Grove |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 73.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 51.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 24.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 13.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Lemon Grove, CA Photos
Rankings & Articles For Lemon Grove
Locations Around Lemon Grove
Map Of Lemon Grove, CA
Best Places Around Lemon Grove
Bonita, CA
Population 12,652
Santee, CA
Population 59,332
Poway, CA
Population 48,713
Rancho San Diego, CA
Population 21,272
Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA
Population 19,765
La Presa, CA
Population 34,962
Jamul, CA
Population 6,574
San Diego, CA
Population 1,389,526
Winter Gardens, CA
Population 22,131
Coronado, CA
Population 19,015
Lemon Grove Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lemon Grove
The current population in Lemon Grove is 27,686. The population has increased 10.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27,686 | 0.7% |
| 2023 | 27,489 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 27,482 | -0.1% |
| 2021 | 27,513 | 2.9% |
| 2020 | 26,739 | -0.2% |
| 2019 | 26,802 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 26,767 | 0.5% |
| 2017 | 26,645 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 26,421 | 0.7% |
| 2015 | 26,225 | 1.0% |
| 2014 | 25,963 | 1.2% |
| 2013 | 25,650 | 0.8% |
| 2012 | 25,446 | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 25,250 | 0.7% |
| 2010 | 25,074 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lemon Grove
See the full breakdown
Lemon Grove is:
26.9% White with 7,460 White residents.
12.0% African American with 3,314 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 41 American Indian residents.
10.0% Asian with 2,764 Asian residents.
0.3% Hawaiian with 84 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 68 Other residents.
5.0% Two Or More with 1,379 Two Or More residents.
45.4% Hispanic with 12,576 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lemon Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 26.9% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 12.0% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 10.0% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.0% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 45.4% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lemon Grove
See the full breakdown
Lemon Grove is 50.5% female with 13,977 female residents.
Lemon Grove is 49.5% male with 13,709 male residents.
| Gender | Lemon Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lemon Grove for adults over 25
See the full breakdown
5.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed 9-12th grade.
29.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed high school / ged.
32.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed associate's degree.
13.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Lemon Grove completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lemon Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 32.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lemon Grove, California
See the full breakdown
2.5% of households in Lemon Grove earn Less than $10,000.
1.8% of households in Lemon Grove earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.8% of households in Lemon Grove earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.8% of households in Lemon Grove earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.3% of households in Lemon Grove earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.5% of households in Lemon Grove earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.4% of households in Lemon Grove earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.5% of households in Lemon Grove earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.4% of households in Lemon Grove earn $150,000 to $199,999.
12.1% of households in Lemon Grove earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lemon Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.5% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.8% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.8% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.3% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.5% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.4% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.5% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.4% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 12.1% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)







