The population of Lucerne Valley, California, is roughly two hundred and seventy-five thousand people, with a density of 27.3 people per square mile (10.1 people per km2). About half of these households were owners, while the other half were renters. In terms of vacancy rates, the homeowner vacancies were four percent, and the rental vacancies were nine percent. A total of 3,828 households lived in Lucerne Valley, and 18% of the population were below the federal poverty line.
Crime rates are inflated in areas where few people live. The center of Lucerne Valley has more retail establishments, so the violent crime rate in that area may look higher than it really is. Although red areas on a violent crime map represent areas where few people live, they are not necessarily dangerous for residents. The area surrounding major recreational areas is not necessarily safer than other parts of the city, so crime rates in these areas may be inflated.
The median age of all residents of Lucerne Valley, CA is 40.5. The percentage of foreign-born citizens is higher, at 61.4%, compared to 62.2% in neighboring geographies. The median household income in Lucerne Vly is $62,156. The largest industry in Lucerne Valley, CA is health care & social assistance, with 159 people employed in that field. Other services, except public administration employ 156 people. Construction accounts for another 156 people.