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Dillon Beach, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Dillon Beach is a small town in California with a population of 224. Residents earn $206,793 per year, which is 175% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
224 Population 75/sq mi density
$206,793 Median Income $231,676 per capita
$1,564,200 Home Value $1,391,817 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 22.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$206,793 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$1,564,200 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
95.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $206,793
175% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,564,200
455% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 95.1%
182% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.5%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Dillon Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population224
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$206,793
Per Capita$231,676
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$36,854M
Commute54 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,564,200
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,391,817
Housing Units425
Rent Burden22.6%

Health

Obesity21.5%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking9.3%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation225 ft (69 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+95.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+37.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute54 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries21

Is Dillon Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dillon Beach 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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Dillon Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dillon Beach is $206,793, which is significantly higher than the national average — 175% above $75,149. This places Dillon Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dillon Beach is $1,564,200, making it a premium housing market at 455% 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. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Dillon Beach is a highly educated community — 95.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dillon Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dillon Beach has a population of 224 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%).

Population

224
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dillon Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dillon Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dillon Beach is $206,793, which is 175% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Dillon Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$206,793
175% above US avg
Per Capita Income$231,676
Avg Weekly Wage$1,799
IRS Avg AGI$247,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,900
County GDP$36,854M

Business (County)

Restaurants708
Healthcare1,246
Retail938
Manufacturing193

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.9 min
Drive Alone17.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home61.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dillon Beach is $1,564,200, 455% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,391,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,564,200
455% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,391,817

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden22.6%

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-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units425
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Dillon Beach, 21.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 9.3% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 15.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dillon Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.5%
33% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.3%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity15.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Primary Care1:671
Dentists1:803
Mental Health1:104
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits74.0%
Premature Death4,149/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Dillon Beach has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation225 ft (69 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates38.2435°N, 122.9560°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06041
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 95.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (182% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 63.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 80.6%

Winner: Democrat by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+95.1%
182% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+37.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Restaurants708
Retail Stores938

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.9 min
Drive Alone17.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home61.1%

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