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Part of the Los Angeles metro area, this San Gabriel Valley community captures the rugged charm of an Old West depot with its historic downtown area, nature trails, and equestrian activities. Of course, with the year-round low humidity and abundant sunshine of Southern California, San Dimas has no shortage of other outdoor opportunities like golf courses and Western art festivals.

Home care, or in-home care, in San Dimas is a service which offers compassion and help to seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and wish to remain in their homes. Levels of care vary according to need, and can include companionship, meal prep, cleaning, transportation, and help with ADLs like bathing and dressing. Home care aides are trained to understand the nuances of senior care but generally aren’t licensed to provide medical services.

A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help find the right home care provider in San Dimas for you or your loved one.

Cost of Home Care in San Dimas, CA

The median monthly cost of a home health aide is about $5,000 in the Riverside metro area and $5,300 in the state of California, according to Genworth.

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Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in San Dimas are rated 22 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated significantly above the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
122	124	128	124	122	120

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$98,242 per year	$56,851 per year	$82,458 per year	$36,841 per year	$51,791 per year	$5,001 per year	$1,195 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service San Dimas include:

San Dimas Community Hospital

• Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 100+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 410+
• Specialties: emergency department, inpatient surgery, ICU

Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 100+
• Specialties: emergency department, hemodialysis, physical therapy

Weather and Climate

San Dimas, like most of the Los Angeles area, has a type of dry subtropical climate called Mediterranean. This means the city has hot summers with very little rainfall, and cool (but not cold) winters with slightly more precipitation than during the summer months. The average humidity level is 58% and remains steady throughout the year, although humidity levels are often highest during February at about 64%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
55°F	68°F	42°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
74°F	89°F	59°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 122

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 18.9″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
42.9	19.2%	33,721	2,242.4 per square mile	2.8

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.9%	14.8%	3.4%	33.4%	0.1%	5.0%	45.9%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Pomona: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 72/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Los Angeles County

Democratic	Republican	Other
71.4%	23.4%	5.2%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in San Dimas include:

• Pacific Railroad Society and Museum (museum and library)
• The Walker House (San Dimas Hotel) — San Dimas Historical Society

Outdoor attractions in San Dimas:

• Michael D. Antonovich Trail (hiking and mountain biking)
• Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park — Puddingstone Lake (fishing and water sports)
• San Dimas Canyon Park and Nature Center
• Walnut Creek Community Regional Park (trails and equestrian activities)
• Stonehenge Playground

San Dimas’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• San Dimas Festival of Arts
• San Dimas Recreation Center
• San Dimas Canyon Golf Course
• Downtown San Dimas — Bonita Avenue (restaurants, shops, historic sites)

Transportation

As part of Greater Los Angeles, the San Dimas area has several different transportation options. Foothill Transit, the public bus system in the San Gabriel and Pomona valleys, operates routes in San Dimas, with stops throughout the city and in the downtown area. The nearest Metrolink connections are at Covina Station and Pomona Station. Amtrak service is also available at Pomona Station. For seniors, Foothill Transit and Metrolink offer reduced fares and door-to-door paratransit programs. The San Dimas Dial-a-Cab program also provides curb-to-curb, accessible transportation for seniors or any residents who require assistance.