El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles), CA

California · Metropolitan Area

El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) is a mid-size city in California with a population of 31,399. Residents earn $93,098 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
31,399 Population 1,576/sq mi density
$93,098 Median Income $43,615 per capita
$648,400 Home Value
$1,947 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$93,098 median income, 2.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$648,400 home value, $1,947/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,098
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $648,400
130% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,947
67% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

How El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population31,399
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,576/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,098
Per Capita$43,615
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$648,400
Rent$1,947
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation938 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+88.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute24 min
Libraries17

Is El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) is $93,098, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) is $648,400, making it a premium housing market at 130% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,947 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) has a population of 31,399 with a density of 1,576 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.6%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

31,399
Total Population
1,576
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
19.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.1%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.9%
86% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) is $93,098, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,098
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,615
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,662
County GDP$24,505M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,072
Healthcare1,220
Retail1,084
Manufacturing473

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) is $648,400, 130% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,947 (67% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$648,400
130% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,947
67% 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-Occupied60.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles), 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220

Crime Rates: El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Area19.9 sq mi (51.6 km²)
Population Density1,576/sq mi
Coordinates35.6285°N, 120.6504°W
County FIPS06079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,576/sq mi
Total Area19.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home9.2%

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