California · Metropolitan Area
Arroyo Grande is a small city in California with a population of 18,412. Residents earn $103,258 per year, which is 37% above the national average.
Based on current data, Arroyo Grande receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Arroyo Grande offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Arroyo Grande is $103,258, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Arroyo Grande among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Arroyo Grande is $758,100, making it a premium housing market at 169% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,890 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Arroyo Grande is below the national average at 292 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,997 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 44.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Arroyo Grande enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $103,258 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,203 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,179 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $98,019 |
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 11,662 |
| County GDP | $24,505M |
| Restaurants | 1,072 |
| Healthcare | 1,220 |
| Retail | 1,084 |
| Manufacturing | 473 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,639 |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.01% |
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |
| Census Median | $758,100 |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,019,385 |
| Median List Price | $708,950 |
| Median List Price | $708,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $536 |
| Homes Sold | 13 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 19.2% |
| Inventory | 26 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,890 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,917 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,639 |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.01% |
| Obesity | 25.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.2% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,206/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,220 |
| Total Violent | 291.7/100K |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 5.6/100K |
| Robbery | 39.3/100K |
| Assault | 246.8/100K |
| Total Property | 1,996.8/100K |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 459.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,363.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 173.9/100K |
| Arson | 11.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 17.9 inches |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 224 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1241°N, 120.5845°W |
| County FIPS | 06079 |
Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 44.5% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,100/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,220 |
| Restaurants | 1,072 |
| Retail Stores | 1,084 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |