California · Metropolitan Area
Pacific Grove is a small city in California with a population of 15,003. Residents earn $105,568 per year, which is 40% above the national average.
Based on current data, Pacific Grove 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, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Pacific Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Pacific Grove is $105,568, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Pacific Grove among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Pacific Grove is $1,129,400, making it a premium housing market at 301% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,384 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Pacific Grove is below the national average at 192 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,928 per 100,000, near the national average.
Pacific Grove is a highly educated community — 58.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Pacific Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 82.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.3% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $105,568 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $66,784 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,180 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,133 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,844 |
| County GDP | $38,345M |
| Restaurants | 1,118 |
| Healthcare | 1,013 |
| Retail | 1,276 |
| Manufacturing | 284 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,044 |
| 158% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.80% |
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |
| Census Median | $1,129,400 |
| 301% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,369,799 |
| Median List Price | $1,662,500 |
| Median List Price | $1,662,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $955 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 35.5% |
| Inventory | 31 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,384 |
| 105% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,060 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,044 |
| 158% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.80% |
| Obesity | 25.8% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.1% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,114/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,013 |
| Total Violent | 192.2/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 38.4/100K |
| Robbery | 6.4/100K |
| Assault | 147.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,928.0/100K |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 313.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,466.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 147.3/100K |
| Arson | 19.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.4 inches |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 175 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6226°N, 121.9264°W |
| County FIPS | 06053 |
Winner: Democrat by 29.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 58.5% |
| 74% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 5,228/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 16 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 16 |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,013 |
| Restaurants | 1,118 |
| Retail Stores | 1,276 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
| Avg Commute | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |