Perris 68 Good
Perris Livability #299 ranked city in California#9,220 ranked city in the USARanks better than 68% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Perris

PROS
  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.

  • Ratings

    Based on recent surveys and polls, locals gave high marks in the walkability to local amenities, safety, public transit, friendliness of neighbors and overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.

  • Cost Of Living

    Living in this region comes with a high cost of living, translating to elevated costs for homes, goods and services, groceries, utilities, health care and transportation.

  • Schools

    The low schools score could result from issues like below-average graduation rates, inadequate reading and math scores, and the unavailability of local elementary and high schools.

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What's it like Living in Perris?

Located in the state of California, Perris is a mid-sized city with a population of 77,708 inhabitants. More than a quarter of the residents of Perris identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 64% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. Perris could be a great place for young adults and students as the average age of 29 years old is below the nation’s average. Long, unnecessary commutes can be both frustrating and inconvenient when heading to work. Nationwide, the average one-way commute time takes 26 minutes, but regrettably, residing in Perris entails a longer-than-average one-way commute time, averaging 37 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Perris could be a positive experience compared to other cities in California if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, crime, health & safety, you can easily compare the best places to live in Perris and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Perris to California and the national average.

Using data and statistics Perris has received a livability score of 69 out of 100. This score is ranked in the 76th percentile when compared to all other cities. If we dig a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Perris has higher than average rankings for the following: housing (A+). On a less positive note, Perris does not have favorable scores for the following: amenities (F) and cost of living (F). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Perris apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

Assuming that Perris meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Perris. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Perris are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Perris come in at $309,500, which is 24.4% lower than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Perris, the home price to income ratio is 4.6, which is 28.1% lower than the California average.

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      Perris transportation information

      Statistic Perris California National
      Average one way commute37min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work79.3%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool13.2%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit1.0%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.7%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home2.3%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Perris, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).