Bachelor's+ 23.5%

30% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.1%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.8%

5% lower than US avg

How Moss Landing Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population34

Median Age71.5 yrs

Density87/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans34.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$37,712

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty11.8%

County GDP$3,285M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$825,041

Housing Units5

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity31.1%

Uninsured11.4%

Smoking17.0%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain22.7 in/yr

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation9 ft (3 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.5%

High School+88.2%

Graduate+44.4%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%

Commute17 min

Broadband15.0%

Libraries3

Is Moss Landing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moss Landing receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Moss Landing has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Moss Landing enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Moss Landing has a population of 34 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 71.5 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

71.5yrs

Median Age

84% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%

Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Moss Landing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moss Landing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moss Landing is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Moss Landing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$37,712
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,154
IRS Avg AGI	$88,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.8%
	5% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,930
County GDP	$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants	113
Healthcare	110
Retail	120
Manufacturing	68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,874
	125% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $825,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$825,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$725
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	102.2%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	5

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,874
	125% above US avg

In Moss Landing, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Moss Landing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.1%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.0%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	24.7%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.4%
	33% above US avg
Checkup Rate	69.0%
Dental Visits	54.3%
Premature Death	6,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	83.6%
Healthcare Facilities	110

Moss Landing has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	57.6°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	51°F (11°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.7 inches
	40% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	9 ft (3 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	87/sq mi
Coordinates	36.8054°N, 121.7866°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06069

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%

D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.5%
	30% below US avg
High School+	88.2%
Graduate Degree+	44.4%
School Test Score	4.69

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	87/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	15.0%
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	110
Restaurants	113
Retail Stores	120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Moss Landing, CA

How Moss Landing Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Moss Landing a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Moss Landing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Moss Landing vs U.S. Average

Income: Moss Landing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Moss Landing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities