California · Metropolitan Area
Huntington Beach is a large city in California with a population of 196,010. Residents earn $119,885 per year, which is 60% above the national average.
Based on current data, Huntington Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Huntington Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Huntington Beach is $119,885, which is significantly higher than the national average — 60% above $75,149. This places Huntington Beach among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% 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 Huntington Beach is $1,047,300, making it a premium housing market at 272% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,424 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Huntington Beach is below the national average at 196 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,128 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 47.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Huntington Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 331 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 77.2% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 22.8% |
| 70% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $119,885 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $62,450 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% |
| 63% 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 | 0.96% |
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 19.4% |
| Census Median | $1,047,300 |
| 272% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,333,570 |
| Median List Price | $1,400,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,400,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $775 |
| Homes Sold | 93 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 18.6% |
| Inventory | 274 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,424 |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,023 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.96% |
| Obesity | 23.9% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.6% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 196.3/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.5/100K |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Rape | 22.6/100K |
| Robbery | 50.2/100K |
| Assault | 123.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,128.0/100K |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 322.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,654.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 150.6/100K |
| Arson | 10.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.5 inches |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 27.0 sq mi (69.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6980°N, 118.0038°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 47.2% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,265/sq mi |
| Total Area | 27.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 58 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 82 |
| 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 | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 19.4% |