California · Metropolitan Area
Del Mar is a small town in California with a population of 3,921. Residents earn $192,845 per year, which is 157% above the national average.
Based on current data, Del Mar receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Del Mar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Del Mar is $192,845, which is significantly higher than the national average — 157% above $75,149. This places Del Mar among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Del Mar is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,377 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
The violent crime rate of 418 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,182 per 100,000, 62% above the national average.
Del Mar is a highly educated community — 84.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Del Mar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $192,845 |
| 157% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $131,699 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,593 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,353 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 133,031 |
| County GDP | $331,868M |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Healthcare | 11,184 |
| Retail | 9,270 |
| Manufacturing | 2,955 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.46% |
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 40.9% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $3,599,820 |
| Median List Price | $6,410,000 |
| Median List Price | $6,410,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $1,639 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.1% |
| Price Drops | 13.3% |
| Inventory | 15 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,377 |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $15,583 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.46% |
| Obesity | 20.8% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 5.6% |
| Heart Disease | 3.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 22.9% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 2.8% |
| Stroke | 1.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 10.5% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 14.2% |
| Physical Distress | 8.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,727/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Total Violent | 418.1/100K |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 92.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 325.2/100K |
| Total Property | 3,182.4/100K |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 696.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,369.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 116.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.5 inches |
| 70% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,280/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9639°N, 117.2598°W |
| County FIPS | 06073 |
Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 84.7% |
| 151% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,280/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 88 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Retail Stores | 9,270 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 40.9% |