Oceano, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Oceano is a small city in California with a population of 7,098. Residents earn $69,448 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
7,098 Population 4,609/sq mi density
$69,448 Median Income $38,764 per capita
$518,500 Home Value $665,927 Zillow
$1,424 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,448 median income, 1.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$518,500 home value, $1,424/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,448
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $518,500
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,424
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,098
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density4,609/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,448
Per Capita$38,764
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute20 min

Housing

C
Home Value$518,500
Rent$1,424
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$665,927

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation64 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+79.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute20 min
Libraries17

Is Oceano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oceano receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oceano offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oceano is $69,448, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oceano is $518,500, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,424 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oceano enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Oceano has a population of 7,098 with a density of 4,609 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.6%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

7,098
Total Population
4,609
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oceano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.5%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.5%
120% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oceano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oceano is $69,448, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Oceano vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,448
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,764
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oceano is $518,500, 84% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,424 (22% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $665,927.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$518,500
84% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$665,927
Median List Price$890,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$890,000
$/Sq Ft$645
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.4%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,424
22% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,175

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-Occupied61.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Oceano, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Oceano has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation64 ft (20 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density4,609/sq mi
Coordinates35.1016°N, 120.6082°W
County FIPS06079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+79.9%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,609/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home11.9%

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