California · Metropolitan Area
Hermosa Beach is a small city in California with a population of 19,248. Residents earn $152,019 per year, which is 102% above the national average.
Based on current data, Hermosa Beach receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hermosa Beach has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hermosa Beach is $152,019, which is significantly higher than the national average — 102% above $75,149. This places Hermosa Beach among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Hermosa Beach 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 $2,812 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Hermosa Beach is below the national average at 186 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,732 per 100,000, 39% above the national average.
Hermosa Beach is a highly educated community — 76.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Hermosa Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 87.2% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $152,019 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $110,660 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.52% |
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 31.4% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $2,215,896 |
| Median List Price | $2,499,000 |
| Median List Price | $2,499,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $1,541 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 36 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,812 |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,745 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.52% |
| Obesity | 20.9% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.5% |
| Heart Disease | 3.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.4% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 3.0% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.5% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 9.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 186.2/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 35.2/100K |
| Robbery | 55.4/100K |
| Assault | 95.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,732.4/100K |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 523.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,048.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 161.0/100K |
| Arson | 5.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 13.8 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 19 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,460/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8698°N, 118.4053°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 76.5% |
| 127% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 13,460/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 31.4% |