Bertsch-Oceanview, CA

California

Bertsch-Oceanview is a small town in California with a population of 2,197. Residents earn $73,229 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,197 Population 417/sq mi density
$73,229 Median Income $35,489 per capita
$208,300 Home Value
$1,696 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,229 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,300 home value, $1,696/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,229
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $208,300
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,696
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Bertsch-Oceanview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,197
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,229
Per Capita$35,489
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,300
Rent$1,696
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Elevation35 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+87.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Bertsch-Oceanview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bertsch-Oceanview receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bertsch-Oceanview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bertsch-Oceanview is $73,229, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bertsch-Oceanview is $208,300, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,696 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bertsch-Oceanview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bertsch-Oceanview has a population of 2,197 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.9%), with 11.6% Hispanic.

Population

2,197
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bertsch-Oceanview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.2%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.8%
70% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bertsch-Oceanview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bertsch-Oceanview is $73,229, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bertsch-Oceanview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,229
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,489
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bertsch-Oceanview is $208,300, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,696 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,300
26% below US avg
Median List Price$450,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$450,000
$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,696
46% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Bertsch-Oceanview, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bertsch-Oceanview vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67

Crime Rates: Bertsch-Oceanview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Bertsch-Oceanview has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.5 inches
88% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates41.7517°N, 124.1702°W
County FIPS06015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Work from Home12.4%

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