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Nipomo, CA

California · San Luis Obispo County · San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles Metro

Nipomo is a small city in California with a population of 17,266. Residents earn $102,382 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
17,266 Population 1,145/sq mi density
$102,382 Median Income $39,021 per capita
$674,100 Home Value $923,276 Zillow
$1,956 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
138 Violent Crime/100K 937 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,382 median income, 1.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$674,100 home value, $1,956/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
138 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $102,382
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $674,100
139% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 138/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,956
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,266
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,145/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,382
Per Capita$39,021
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute28 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$674,100
Rent$1,956
Ownership69.4%
Zillow$923,276
Housing Units5,993
Rent Burden31.1%

Crime

F
Violent138/100K
Property937/100K

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking11.0%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Nipomo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nipomo receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Nipomo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nipomo is $102,382, which is significantly higher than the national average / 36% above $75,149. This places Nipomo among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nipomo is $674,100, making it a premium housing market at 139% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,956 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Nipomo is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 937 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nipomo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Nipomo has a population of 17,266 with a density of 1,145 people per square mile, spread across 14.9 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 67.6% of residents, while 32.4% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 13.9% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,266
Total Population
1,145
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
14.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Nipomo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 67.6%
14% below US avg
Spanish 32.4%
142% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nipomo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nipomo is $102,382, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,021. The average weekly wage is $1,179, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11,662 business establishments, including 1,072 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nipomo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,382
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,021
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019
Gini Index0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,662
County GDP$24,505M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,072
Healthcare1,220
Retail1,084
Manufacturing473

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nipomo is $674,100, 139% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $923,276, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 102.5% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,956 (68% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,993 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $7,639 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$674,100
139% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$923,276
Median List Price$948,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$948,990
$/Sq Ft$527
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio102.5%
Price Drops11.5%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,956
68% above US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

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

Homeownership69.4%
Owner-Occupied69.4%
Renter-Occupied30.6%
Housing Units5,993
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Nipomo, 27.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 27.2% have high blood pressure. 11.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.1% report binge drinking. 21.4% are physically inactive. 22.4% report depression. 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 11.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,205. The dentist ratio is 1:1,097. 86.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5
6.0
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
10.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
80.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.5
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
113.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Nipomo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.6%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,205
Dentists1:1,097
Mental Health1:136
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Nipomo has a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 937 per 100,000, 52% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Nipomo receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Nipomo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.7/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property936.6/100K
52% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents1,385
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Nipomo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area14.9 sq mi (38.5 km²)
Population Density1,145/sq mi
Coordinates35.0307°N, 120.4978°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountySan Luis Obispo County County
Nearest AirportSan Luis Obispo County Regional (SBP)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.3"
65% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0404 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)5.1 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.39 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)4.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.8 / 100
Community Resilience93.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively High
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Drought Very High
Cold Wave No Rating
Landslide Relatively High
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Tsunami Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2,578 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 28, 2004 2004 Parkfield, California Earthquake M6.0 88 km
Oct 21, 2012 24 km NE of San Lucas, California M5.3 146 km
Aug 7, 2024 24 km SW of Lamont, CA M5.2 128 km
Sep 17, 1991 22 km NW of San Simeon, California M5.2 115 km
May 28, 1993 21km SW of Lamont, California M5.2 128 km
Aug 20, 2023 7 km SE of Ojai, CA M5.1 138 km
Sep 29, 2004 8 km NW of Parkfield, California M5.0 103 km
Dec 20, 1994 3 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.9 99 km
Sep 30, 2004 13 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.9 107 km
Feb 24, 2016 6km SSW of Wasco, CA M4.9 117 km
Nov 14, 1993 8 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.8 103 km
May 29, 2013 6km W of Isla Vista, CA M4.8 87 km
Sep 28, 2004 12 km SE of Parkfield, California M4.7 87 km
Feb 4, 1991 33 km SE of Big Sur, California M4.7 148 km
Aug 7, 2024 25 km SW of Lamont, CA M4.6 126 km
Apr 16, 2005 20km ESE of Maricopa, CA M4.6 119 km
Mar 17, 2004 9 km WSW of Oak Shores, California M4.5 94 km
May 16, 2005 5 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.5 100 km
Aug 6, 2012 8 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.5 102 km
Aug 8, 2024 22 km NW of Grapevine, CA M4.4 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

12 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1. Total: 2 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 7, 2024 EF1 15 km 0
Feb 7, 2024 EF1 41 km 0
Mar 17, 1991 EF1 93 km 0
Jan 3, 1977 EF1 91 km 0
Feb 23, 2015 EF0 81 km 0
Jan 19, 2010 EF0 88 km 0
Mar 29, 2006 EF0 45 km 0
Feb 2, 2004 EF0 14 km 0
Nov 29, 2001 EF0 11 km 0
May 5, 1998 EF0 32 km 0
Mar 24, 1994 EF0 99 km 0
Dec 29, 1991 EF0 48 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.4 m (11 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1812 S. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 3.4 m 1 107 km
1927 S. CALIFORNIA Earthquake 1.8 m 35 km
1878 S. CALIFORNIA Meteorological 1.0 m 1 27 km
1901 MONTEREY BAY, N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ZACA (241,846 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 ZACA 241,846 85 km
1996 FIFTY-EIGHT 94,704 38 km
2009 LA BREA 84,213 44 km
1985 LAS PILITAS 75,841 29 km
1997 LOGAN 49,627 37 km
1994 41 48,441 44 km
2016 CHIMNEY 46,950 95 km
1997 LOKERN 46,139 96 km
1993 MARRE 44,309 60 km
2016 REY 33,323 86 km
2017 ALAMO 29,256 21 km
1993 ORCHARD 22,309 88 km
2017 WHITTIER CA-LBOR-001770 18,510 74 km
2021 ALISAL 17,677 69 km
1999 SPANISH 14,518 47 km
2006 PERKINS 14,342 76 km
2024 HURRICANE 13,488 79 km
2016 CANYON 12,749 49 km
1989 CHISPA 9,869 47 km
1996 HWY 41 9,537 91 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
March 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
December 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in Coldest

Nipomo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 51°F in December to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Nipomo is located in San Luis Obispo County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53.9% of the vote, a 10.9-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 17 public libraries serving the community. 1,220 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents1,385
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score5.38
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,145/sq mi
Total Area14.9 sq mi
CountySan Luis Obispo County County

Services

Broadband Access89.2%
Avg Download Speed94.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home6.7%
Average costs for common services in Nipomo. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit $387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit $221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit $2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning $144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling $277 ($166–$443)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement $332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation $44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4) $664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement $221 ($111–$387)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour) $100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair $443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair $1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested) $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation $554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut $61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full) $166 ($83–$277)
Manicure $28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure $44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour) $89 ($55–$144)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb) $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb) $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly) $77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly) $94 ($55–$166)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual) $111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal $33 ($17–$83)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly) $443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming $66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter $332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter $221 ($111–$443)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,564
Toddler$1,003
Preschool$1,180
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,065
Toddler$906
Preschool$927
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in San Luis Obispo County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 18,585 1,043 $30,411 1.68
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,923 3,019 $61,183 0.91
Retail Trade 13,392 992 $43,803 1.10
Construction 8,820 1,174 $78,745 1.38
Manufacturing 8,323 531 $67,441 0.83
Agriculture & Forestry 5,682 294 $39,914 5.76
Professional & Technical Services 5,582 1,072 $92,724 0.66
Administrative & Waste Services 4,511 511 $51,057 0.63
Other Services 3,831 712 $41,440 1.04
Wholesale Trade 2,429 276 $67,537 0.51
Utilities 2,149 23 $204,060 4.63
Arts & Entertainment 2,027 167 $23,750 0.99
Real Estate 1,882 526 $53,967 0.99
Educational Services 1,837 115 $32,302 0.73
Finance & Insurance 1,826 352 $106,894 0.37
Transportation & Warehousing 1,787 142 $56,382 0.35
Information & Technology 1,096 106 $114,922 0.48
Management of Companies 478 30 $88,417 0.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 80 11 $98,549 0.17
Unclassified 6 19 $46,915 0.04

Schools in Nipomo

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nipomo High High 891 46 19.4:1
Dana Elementary Elementary 600 26 23.1:1
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary Elementary 594 27 22.0:1
Nipomo Elementary Elementary 369 20 18.5:1
Central Coast New Tech High High 267 16 16.7:1
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Radio Stations near Nipomo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
97.3 The Rock rock MP3 128 kbps
101.9 The Rock AAC+ 64 kbps
KPHRED Radio life, neurospicy MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Nipomo

6 campgrounds found near Nipomo.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CERRO ALTO CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 22 $35
LA PANZA CAMPGROUND 4.0/5 7 $30
NAVAJO FLATS CAMPGROUND 2.8/5 6 $30
American Canyon Campground 12 Free
Horseshoe Springs Campground Free
TURKEY FLAT OHV STAGING AREA 4 $30

National Parks Near Nipomo

14 national parks and monuments found near Nipomo.

ParkTypeFee
Carpinteria State Beach State Park Free
Cayucos State Beach State Park Free
El Capitán State Beach State Park Free
Estero Bluffs State Park State Park Free
Gaviota State Park State Park Free
Harmony Headlands State Park State Park Free
Hearst San Simeon State Park State Park Free
Montaña de Oro State Park State Park Free
Morro Bay State Park State Park Free
Morro Strand State Beach State Park Free
Pismo State Beach State Park Free
Point Sal State Beach State Park Free
Refugio State Beach State Park Free
Santa Maria Fair Park State Park Free

Trails Near Nipomo

88 trails found near Nipomo.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
HORSE CANYON LA BREA 18.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CASTLE CRAGS 10.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILLOW SPRING 8.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN OHV 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
BUCKHORN RIDGE OHV 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
KERRY CANYON OHV 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEAR CANYON LOOP OHV 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
LOPEZ CANYON 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROQUE CANYON 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALEJANDRO 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GARCIA OHV 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
FERNANDEZ 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRANCH CREEK OHV 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CALDWELL - TROUT CREEK 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG ROCKS OHV 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WILSON CANYON 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR CANYON 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MARE SPRING OHV 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
ZACA PEAK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
UPPER 35 CANYON OHV 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
AVENALES 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
AMERICAN CANYON 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TWIN ROCKS OHV 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SHAW RIDGE OHV 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SELLERS POTRERO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAS CHICHES OHV 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOWARDS BYPASS OHV 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
LITTLE FALLS 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOS MACHOS OHV 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
ADOBE 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
INDIAN 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WHITE ELEPHANT 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SULPHUR SPRING 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TOWER OHV 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
LA JOLLA 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAS CHICHES CUTT-OFF OHV 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
CALDWELL - TROUT CREEK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KERRY CANYON OHV 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BIG FALLS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POWERLINE OHV 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
RINCONADA 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKHORN RIGDE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PARADISE OHV 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
SELLERS POTRERO 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CALDWELL - TROUT CREEK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK MOUNTAIN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR CANYON CONN. 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STONY CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NAVAJO BYPASS OHV 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
GIFFORD 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSE CANYON LA BREA 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LA PANZA BYPASS OHV 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BLACK MOUNTAIN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
QUEEN BEE OHV 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
LOGAN RIDGE OHV 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
MANZANA 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACK SPRINGS OHV 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
LA JOLLA 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MANZANA 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG FALLS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
QUAIL OHV 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
AMERICAN CANYON 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LA JOLLA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BENCHMARK OHV 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
CALDWELL - TROUT CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOPEZ CANYON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MCGINNIS CREEK OHV 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
SELLERS POTRERO 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSE CANYON LA BREA 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CASTLE CRAGS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSESHOE SPRINGS SPUR OHV 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSESHOE SPRINGS SPUR OHV 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
LA CANADA OHV 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
MCGINNIS CREEK OHV 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
MADRE OHV 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
STONY CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR CANYON LOOP OHV 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CALDWELL - TROUT CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG FALLS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE FALLS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CASTLE CRAGS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
AVENALES 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CASTLE CRAGS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LA CANADA OHV 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
BURNOUT OHV 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
BURNOUT OHV 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
BURNOUT OHV 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
BURNOUT OHV NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Nipomo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ART CENTER SAN LUIS OBISPOART MUSEUM8055438562$839,368
DUNES DISCOVERY CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1065 GUADALUPE ST8053432455$424,401
POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8555337843$371,005
SAN LUIS OBISPO CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8055455874$300,634
UNION PACIFIC HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8055431133$166,021
DANA ADOBE NIPOMO AMIGOSHISTORIC PRESERVATION8059292198$148,585
HISTORY CENTER OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM8055430638$134,937
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8055430638$134,937
SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8054898282$130,895
SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HERITAGE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8054898282$130,895
SANTA MARIA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8059223130$90,026
SAN LUIS OBISPO RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1940 SANTA BARBARA AVENUE8055481894$80,847
NORTHERN CHUMASH TRIBAL COUNCILHISTORIC PRESERVATION8058010347$60,545
SAMUEL J PERRY NATURAL MUSEUM CORPORATIONNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM412 SOUTH MCCLELLAND8056140806$53,832
SANTA MARIA MUSEUM OF FLIGHTGENERAL MUSEUM8059228758$37,784
BRUSH POPPERS OF THE CENTRAL COASTHISTORY MUSEUM1085 CAMINO CABALLO8059291580
CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONP O BOX 4758054414936
CENTRAL COAST AQUARIUM SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8057732439
CRIMINAL JUSTICE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
HAROLD J. MIOSSI ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
NIPOMO NATIVE GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8059293589
RANCHO DE GUADALUPE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1005 GUADALUPE ST8053435901
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION520 DANA STREET8057850383
SANTA MANUELA SCHOOLGENERAL MUSEUM8054898745
SANTA MARIA MUSEUM ART CENTERART MUSEUM412 S MCCLELLAND ST8056140806
SANTA MARIA VALLEY DISCOVERY MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM705 S MCCLELLAND STREET8059288414
SANTA MARIA VALLEY RAILROADHISTORIC PRESERVATION8056147093
SANTA MARIA VALLEY RAILWAY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM708 S MILLER STREET8058636645
VINTAGE BICYCLE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Nipomo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY421 S. MCCLELLAND ST.0.0456,903

Farmers Markets in Nipomo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arroyo Grande Oak Park Plaza Farmers MarketEast Branch, K-Mart Parking lot
Arroyo Grande Spencers CFM1464 E. Grand Avenue
Nipomo Certified Farmers' Market1645 Trilogy Parkway01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Sun: 11:30 AM-2:30 PM;Visit
Orcutt Farmers MarketBradley St. & Clark St.
San Luis Obispo Certified Farmers' Market 3889 Long Street01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Sun: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Nipomo

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jocko's Steak House
Me-n-Ed's
Rancho Nipomo
The Mayor's Place

Cafes in Nipomo

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bubbles & Tea
Cowgirl Cafe
Starbucks
Starbucks

Clinics in Nipomo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nipomo Health Center

Veterinaries in Nipomo

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mesa Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Nipomo

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
Chevron
Stop-N-Buy
Vons 4607 Fuel Station

Banks in Nipomo

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coast Hills Credit Union

Gyms in Nipomo

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crossfit Nipomo
Fit Höuse

Breweries in Nipomo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bang The Drum BreweryBrewery and Performing Arts Venue950 Orcutt Rd8052428372
Creekside BrewingBrewery, Bar, and Gastropub1040 Broad St8055429804
Fess Parker WineryBrewers, Wineries2643 Industrial Pkwy8053492034
Harry's Night Club & Beach BarCocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Travel & Leisure, Bar and Nightclub, Recreation Facilities,690 Cypress St8057731010, 8057736795Visit
John Kerr WinesBeverage Manufacturers, BreweriesPo Box 75398056885337Visit
Laetitia Vineyard & WineryWineries, Vineyards, Brewers, Business Consultants, Agriculture Consultants, Wine Consultants, Whole453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr8054811772Visit
Pismo Brewing CompanyRestaurant, Brewery and Bar, Brewery, Bar361 Pomeroy Ave8052956200Visit
Salisbury VineyardsVineyards, Brewers, Wineries, Art Galleries6985 Ontario Rd8055959463Visit
Santa Maria Brewing Co.Brewery112 Cuyama Ln8053492090Visit
Saucelito Canyon Vnyrd & WnryWineries, Vineyards, Brewers1600 Saucelito Creek Rd8054898762
Shell Beach Brew HouseBrewers1527 Shell Beach Rd8052956328
Tap It Brewing Co.Brewery675 Clarion CtVisit

Pharmacies in Nipomo

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 9782 610 WEST TEFFT STREET 805-929-2740
NIPOMO REXALL 330 WEST TEFFT STREET 805-929-1929
VONS 520 WEST TEFFT STREET 805-931-1860

Cell Towers in Nipomo

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1261 LONGVIEW AVENUE (114196)GTOWER63
1261 LONGVIEW AVENUE (114196)GTOWER63
MT. SOLOMON at HWY 101 (12551)LTOWER36
(Arroyo Grande) 2.3 MILES NORTH OF HWY. 101 & LOS BERROS ROADTOWER29
1952 NORTH ROEMER PLACE (12575)MTOWER24
1952 NORTH ROEMER PLACE (12575)MTOWER24
1952 ROEMER CT (12575)MTOWER24
Lee Road - Bldg 22104 (48775)MTOWER19

Bridges in Nipomo

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete continuous195712828,000G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous195712828,000P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201214727,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201214727,000F
Arch (Deck)Concrete2009339,800F
SlabConcrete continuous1975938,796G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19961948,000G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19571026,688F
Tee BeamConcrete1916225,834F
OtherSteel20023234,195F
Arch (Deck)Concrete2007241,500G
SlabConcrete continuous20121891,000F
Arch (Deck)Concrete2009251,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1940192401P
Tee BeamConcrete193026401F
Truss (Thru)Steel2023181380G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1965174288P

Amtrak Stations in Nipomo

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Grover Beach, CA180 West Grand AvenueTRAIN
Guadalupe, CA330 Guadalupe StreetTRAIN
San Luis Obispo, CA1011 Railroad AvenueTRAIN
Santa Maria, CA205 South Nicholson AvenueBUS

Superfund Sites Near Nipomo

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
AMERICAN GAS & AUTOMOTIVE1606 N. BROADWAYSANTA BARBARA
SULLY-MILLER CONTRACTING COMPANY5325 FOXEN CANYON ROADSANTA BARBARA

Airports Near Nipomo

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Paso Robles Municipal AirportPRBMedium Airport
San Luis County Regional AirportSBPMedium Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSBAMedium Airport
Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock FieldSMXMedium Airport
Vandenberg Space Force BaseVBGMedium Airport
Bean Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Blech Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bonel AirportSmall Airport
California Valley AirportSmall Airport
Camatta Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Crawford AirportSmall Airport
Cuaslui Creek AirportSmall Airport
Double L Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Halter Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hart Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hearst San Simeon AirstripSmall Airport
Katacreek AirportSmall Airport
Leffler Ag Services AirportSmall Airport
Lompoc AirportLPCSmall Airport
McMillan Assault StripSmall Airport
Oak Country Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Oceano County AirportSmall Airport
Old Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Porter Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Pozo AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Simeon AirportSmall Airport
Santa Margarita Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ynez AirportSQASmall Airport
Shepherd Farm AirportSmall Airport
Wilson Creek AirportSmall Airport
Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Nipomo

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arroyo Grande Police Department200 North Halcyon Road
California Highway Patrol Station 14
CHP Coastal Division4115 Broad Street
Grover Beach Police Station
Pismo Beach Police330 Main Street
Pismo Beach Police Department1000 Bello Street
Santa Maria Police Department222 East Cook Street
Santa Maria Police Station 11111 West Betteravia Road
SB County Sheriff Santa Maria Substation

Grocery Stores in Nipomo

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Chevron 1972Convenience Store460 W Tefft St
CVS Pharmacy 9782Other610 W Tefft St
La Placita MarketGrocery Store515 Orchard Rd
Mercado Y Carniceria La Mia Inc. 2Specialty Store515 Orchard Rd
Nipomo Grocery Outlet 2 464Super Store181 S Frontage Rd
Super Carniceria La ChiquitaGrocery Store170 S Thompson Ave
VONS 1621Supermarket520 W Tefft St
VONS 4607Supermarket550 W Tefft St

Post Offices in Nipomo

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Nipomo Post Office
Nipomo Post Office

Treatment Centers in Nipomo

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aegis Treatment Centers LLC - Santa MariaSubstance Abuse805-357-5195
Childrens Mental Health ServicesMental Health805-934-6385
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - Daniel Bryant Yth and Fam Ctr Adol TrtSubstance Abuse805-925-8860
Ken Starr MD Wellness GroupSubstance Abuse805-242-1360
LAGS Recovery Centers Inc - Road to Recovery Integrated Care CtrSubstance Abuse805-332-4568
Legacy Village LLC - DBA Solid Rock RecoveryBoth800-997-6977
Road to Recover Shelter and - Navigation CenterBoth805-332-4568
San Luis Obispo County Mental Health - South County AdultMental Health805-474-2154
San Luis Obispo County Mental Health - South County YouthMental Health805-476-7060
SM Adult Mental Health ServicesMental Health805-934-6380

DOL Wage Violations in Nipomo

9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $804,781 in back wages owed to 491 employees.

9
Violations
$804,781
Back Wages Owed
491
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Veterans of the Land, Inc. MAJOR 93444 2 $612,182 $2,429 252
RIO VISTA CORPORATION 93455 Strawberry Farming 1 $67,188 $3,359 20
SARC, INC. [OSHA] 93444 Farm Labor Contractors and Crew Leaders 1 $34,997 $833 42
Santiago Farms, Inc. 93444 1 $30,000 $1,364 22
La Alianza 93444 3 $24,989 $658 38
Xerex Landscape Maintenance 93444 1 $17,508 $5,836 3
WE LOVE BERRIES, LLC 93444 Crop Harvesting, Primarily by Machine 1 $17,050 $158 108
BUENAVENTURA RANCH LLC [OSHA] Sundance Berry Farms, LLC 93444 Strawberry Farming 1 $517 $517 1
American Eco 93444 1 $351 $70 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nipomo

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BIBLE LIFERS INCPO BOX 860
CALVARY CHAPEL OF NIPOMO110 N THOMPSON RD
CHURCH AT THE WELLPO BOX 886
CHURCH LADIES INC1019 LA SERENATA WAY
CITY MINISTRIES OF THE CENTRAL COAST640 SOUTH FRONTAGE ROAD
CROOKED TREE MINISTRIES1694 EUCALYPTUS RD
FAITH LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 300
FULL GOSPEL TABERNACLE OF NIPOMOPO BOX 1983
IMAGINE BETTER INC921 W TEFFT ST
MISSIONARY SUPPORT NETWORKPO BOX 1014
NIPOMO CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 1298
NIPOMO MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 580
NIPOMO NEW BEGINNING COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENEPO BOX 713
REDEMPTION CHURCH OF THE CENTRAL COAST1120
SANTA MARIA VALLEY HISPANIC SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH1575 ORCHARD RD
SHILOH GLOBAL MINISTRIES1131 AIDIN CT
THROUGH THE VEIL MINISTRIESPO BOX 2145

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nipomo

What is the population of Nipomo?

Nipomo has a population of 17,266 residents and is located in California. The population density is 1,145 people per square mile, spread across 14.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Nipomo expensive to live in?

Nipomo is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $102,382, 36% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $674,100 (139% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,956 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Nipomo safe?

Nipomo is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 937 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Nipomo receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Nipomo?

Nipomo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Nipomo?

The job market in Nipomo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,179. There are 11,662 business establishments in the area, including 1,072 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nipomo?

The median home value in Nipomo is $674,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $923,276. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,956. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.4%. The average annual property tax is $7,639.

How are the schools in Nipomo?

Schools in Nipomo score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.4% of adults in Nipomo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Nipomo?

The obesity rate in Nipomo is 27.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.0% of adults are smokers. 21.4% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 11.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 86.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,205.

What is transportation like in Nipomo?

The average commute in Nipomo is 28 minutes. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1% use public transit, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nipomo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nipomo is 53.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino. 67.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 32.4% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 13.9% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

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