Median Income
$77,586
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$575,400
104% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
64.2%
91% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.0%
27% lower than US avg
How Oceanside Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population423
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density407/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A
Median Income$77,586
Per Capita$48,719
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$1,475M
Housing
C
Home Value$575,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain89.8 in/yr
Elevation331 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+64.2%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Oceanside a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oceanside receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oceanside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oceanside is $77,586, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oceanside is $575,400, making it a premium housing market at 104% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
Oceanside is a highly educated community — 64.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Oceanside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 89.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Oceanside has a population of 423 with a density of 407 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Oceanside vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Oceanside vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Oceanside is $77,586, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Oceanside vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,586 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $48,719 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,743 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,090 |
| County GDP | $1,475M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 106 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.91% |
The median home value in Oceanside is $575,400, 104% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $575,400 |
| 104% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.91% |
In Oceanside, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oceanside vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,982/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
Crime Rates: Oceanside vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Oceanside has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 89.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 89.8 inches |
| 136% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 407/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4549°N, 123.9613°W |
| County FIPS | 41057 |