Home Value $2,000,001

609% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.0%

2% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.3%

15% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.7%

14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population103

Median Age70.5 yrs

Density40/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans93.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$59,380

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty10.7%

County GDP$3,285M

Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$2,000,001

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units477

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity27.3%

Uninsured12.3%

Smoking10.0%

Depression21.6%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain22.4 in/yr

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation11 ft (3 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+33.3%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%

Commute22 min

Broadband57.0%

Libraries3

Is Pajaro Dunes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pajaro Dunes receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate. Pajaro Dunes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pajaro Dunes is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pajaro Dunes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pajaro Dunes has a population of 103 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 70.5 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

103

Total Population

People / sq mi

70.5yrs

Median Age

81% above US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%

Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pajaro Dunes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pajaro Dunes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pajaro Dunes is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Pajaro Dunes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$59,380
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,154
IRS Avg AGI	$88,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.7%
	14% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,930
County GDP	$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants	113
Healthcare	110
Retail	120
Manufacturing	68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,874
	125% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.0 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pajaro Dunes is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$2,000,001
	609% above US avg
Median List Price	$1,270,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,270,000
$/Sq Ft	$1,046
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.6%
Price Drops	10.0%
Inventory	10

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	477
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,874
	125% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.39%

In Pajaro Dunes, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.0% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pajaro Dunes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.3%
	15% below US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	27.6%
Asthma	9.2%
COPD	4.5%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.0%
	29% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	22.0%
Depression	21.6%
Mental Distress	16.5%
Physical Distress	12.7%
Short Sleep	31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	12.3%
	43% above US avg
Checkup Rate	69.1%
Dental Visits	66.0%
Premature Death	6,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	83.6%
Healthcare Facilities	110

Pajaro Dunes has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	57.2°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	51°F (10°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.4 inches
	41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	11 ft (3 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density	40/sq mi
Coordinates	36.8682°N, 121.8057°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06069

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%

D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	33.0%
	2% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	33.3%
School Test Score	4.69

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	40/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	110
Restaurants	113
Retail Stores	120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.0 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

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

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Is Pajaro Dunes a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pajaro Dunes vs U.S. Average

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Pajaro Dunes vs U.S. Average

Income: Pajaro Dunes vs U.S.

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Health Metrics: Pajaro Dunes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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Temperature

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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Urban-Rural Classification

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