California · Metropolitan Area
Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley is a small town in California with a population of 1,999. Residents earn $154,591 per year, which is 106% above the national average.
Based on current data, Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley is $154,591, which is significantly higher than the national average — 106% above $75,149. This places Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley is $980,800, making it a premium housing market at 248% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 76.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 73.3% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 26.7% |
| 99% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $154,591 |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $76,597 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,154 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,750 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.1% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,930 |
| County GDP | $3,285M |
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Healthcare | 110 |
| Retail | 120 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,874 |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.80% |
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Work from Home | 22.2% |
| Census Median | $980,800 |
| 248% above US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $469 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.2% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,501 |
| 201% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,874 |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.80% |
| Obesity | 25.8% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.2% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,316/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Annual Average | 57.2°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.4 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9635°N, 121.8352°W |
| County FIPS | 06069 |
Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 216/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Retail Stores | 120 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Work from Home | 22.2% |