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Muir Beach, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Muir Beach is a small town in California with a population of 399. Residents earn $157,500 per year, which is 110% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
399 Population 814/sq mi density
$157,500 Median Income $109,525 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
$2,188 Median Rent 16.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$157,500 median income, 5.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $2,188/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $157,500
110% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.3%
120% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,188
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.0%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How Muir Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population399
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density814/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$157,500
Per Capita$109,525
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute28 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$2,188
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units207
Rent Burden16.5%

Health

Obesity21.0%
Uninsured3.5%
Smoking7.9%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation239 ft (73 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+38.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries34

Is Muir Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muir Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Muir Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muir Beach is $157,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 110% above $75,149. This places Muir Beach among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muir 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 $2,188 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Muir Beach is a highly educated community — 74.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Muir Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Muir Beach has a population of 399 with a density of 814 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

399
Total Population
814
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Muir Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muir Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muir Beach is $157,500, which is 110% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Muir Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$157,500
110% above US avg
Per Capita Income$109,525
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,186
County GDP$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,143
Healthcare2,617
Retail1,916
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone50.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home46.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Muir Beach is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,188 (88% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,188
88% above US avg
Rent Burden16.5%

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-Occupied89.2%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Muir Beach, 21.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.5% of residents lack health insurance. 7.9% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Muir Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.0%
35% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.9%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.9%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep30.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured3.5%
59% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits74.0%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Muir Beach has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation239 ft (73 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density814/sq mi
Coordinates37.8616°N, 122.5803°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 74.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (120% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.3%
120% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+38.7%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density814/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Restaurants2,143
Retail Stores1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone50.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home46.6%

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