Morro Bay, CA
Full City Profile · California · San Luis Obispo County County
Morro Bay, CA
At a Glance
How Morro Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Morro Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Morro Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Morro Bay residents earn a median household income of $92,553 , which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,411. The unemployment rate stands at 8.4% (133% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,662 business establishments, including 1,072 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Morro Bay is $864,900 , 207% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $935,118. Median rent is $1,820/month, with 30.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Morro Bay reports 294 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 836/100K.
Education
46.4% of adults in Morro Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Morro Bay has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.