North Shore, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Shore is a small town in California with a population of 3,373. Residents earn $43,208 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,373 Population 302/sq mi density
$43,208 Median Income $18,065 per capita
$193,000 Home Value
$1,362 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,208 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$193,000 home value, $1,362/mo rent
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,208
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.4%
99% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,362
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,373
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 7%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,208
Per Capita$18,065
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$12,907M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$193,000
Rent$1,362
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.6 in/yr
Elevation-78 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.4%
High School+33.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Libraries12

Is North Shore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Shore receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Shore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Shore is $43,208, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Shore is $193,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,362 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Shore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Shore has a population of 3,373 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (8.1%), with 7.1% White.

Population

3,373
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
11.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.7%
Female 67.3%

Race & Ethnicity

North Shore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only14.5%
82% below US avg
Spanish85.5%
538% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Shore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Shore is $43,208, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: North Shore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,208
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,065
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$50,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,795
County GDP$12,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare322
Retail429
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Shore is $193,000, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,362 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,000
32% below US avg
Median List Price$374,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$374,999
$/Sq Ft$278
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,362
17% above US avg

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-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In North Shore, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 41.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Shore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity41.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate67.5%
Premature Death8,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities322

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

North Shore has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.6 inches
88% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-78 ft (-24 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (29.0 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates33.5146°N, 115.9110°W
County FIPS06025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.4%
99% below US avg
High School+33.8%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area11.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants280
Retail Stores429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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