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Pasatiempo, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Pasatiempo is a small town in California with a population of 925. Residents earn $165,000 per year, which is 120% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
925 Population 1,039/sq mi density
$165,000 Median Income $80,485 per capita
$1,485,100 Home Value
$3,294 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$165,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$1,485,100 home value, $3,294/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $165,000
120% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,485,100
427% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.8%
122% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,294
183% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.1%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population925
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density1,039/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$165,000
Per Capita$80,485
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$21,092M
Commute67 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,485,100
Rent$3,294
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units430
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity23.1%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking8.2%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation365 ft (111 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.8%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+30.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 75%
Commute67 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries16

Is Pasatiempo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pasatiempo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Pasatiempo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pasatiempo is $165,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 120% above $75,149. This places Pasatiempo among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 67 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pasatiempo is $1,485,100, making it a premium housing market at 427% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,294 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Pasatiempo is a highly educated community — 74.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pasatiempo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pasatiempo has a population of 925 with a density of 1,039 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%).

Population

925
Total Population
1,039
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pasatiempo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pasatiempo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pasatiempo is $165,000, which is 120% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 67 minutes.

Income: Pasatiempo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$165,000
120% above US avg
Per Capita Income$80,485
Avg Weekly Wage$1,300
IRS Avg AGI$115,937

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,171
County GDP$21,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants734
Healthcare939
Retail822
Manufacturing281

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time66.6 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit6.0%
Work from Home27.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Pasatiempo is $1,485,100, 427% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,294 (183% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,485,100
427% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,294
183% above US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

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-Occupied94.8%
Housing Units430
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Effective Rate0.66%
In Pasatiempo, 23.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.2% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 14.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.1%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.2%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity14.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits71.9%
Premature Death5,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities939
Pasatiempo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation365 ft (111 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,039/sq mi
Coordinates37.0033°N, 122.0265°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 74.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (122% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 54.4-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.9%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.8%
122% above US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+30.7%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,039/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities939
Restaurants734
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute66.6 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit6.0%
Work from Home27.9%

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