California · Metropolitan Area
Encinitas is a mid-size city in California with a population of 61,585. Residents earn $150,471 per year, which is 100% above the national average.
Based on current data, Encinitas 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, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Encinitas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Encinitas is $150,471, which is significantly higher than the national average — 100% above $75,149. This places Encinitas among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Encinitas is $1,466,000, making it a premium housing market at 420% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,730 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Encinitas is below the national average at 168 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,463 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.
Encinitas is a highly educated community — 67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Encinitas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 83.7% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $150,471 |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $82,289 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.69% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 28.7% |
| Census Median | $1,466,000 |
| 420% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,868,548 |
| Median List Price | $1,897,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,897,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $921 |
| Homes Sold | 50 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.4% |
| Price Drops | 25.8% |
| Inventory | 93 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,730 |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $4,191 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.69% |
| Obesity | 23.0% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.6% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 3.6% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 13.9% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 9.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 167.6/100K |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 19.3/100K |
| Robbery | 35.4/100K |
| Assault | 112.8/100K |
| Total Property | 1,462.8/100K |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 291.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,034.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 136.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.4 inches |
| 70% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 19.1 sq mi (49.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0506°N, 117.2636°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 67.1% |
| 99% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,231/sq mi |
| Total Area | 19.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 25 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 30 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 28.7% |