Home Value $1,843,800

554% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.7%

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.5%

14% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.0%

68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population478

Median Age41.3 yrs

Density119/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 35%

Veterans4.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$52,680

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty4.0%

County GDP$217,018M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$1,843,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$1,127,886

Housing Units126

Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity27.5%

Uninsured11.9%

Smoking8.9%

Depression20.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain30.4 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.7%

High School+59.7%

Graduate+6.8%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%

Commute30 min

Broadband94.8%

Libraries34

Is Pescadero a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pescadero receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Pescadero 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%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pescadero is $1,843,800, making it a premium housing market at 554% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pescadero experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pescadero has a population of 478 with a density of 119 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

478

Total Population

119

People / sq mi

41.3yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

4.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%

Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Pescadero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	45.7%
	42% below US avg
Spanish	54.3%
	305% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pescadero vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pescadero is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pescadero vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$52,680
Avg Weekly Wage	$3,778
IRS Avg AGI	$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.0%
	68% below US avg
Establishments (County)	31,186
County GDP	$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants	2,143
Healthcare	2,617
Retail	1,916
Manufacturing	487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$17,586
	402% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.2 min
Drive Alone	47.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pescadero is $1,843,800, 554% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,127,886.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1,843,800
	554% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,127,886

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.3%

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	57.5%
Housing Units	126
Median Year Built	1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$17,586
	402% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.95%

In Pescadero, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 8.9% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.5%
	14% below US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
High Blood Pressure	26.8%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	4.2%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.1%
Physical Inactivity	21.1%
Depression	20.6%
Mental Distress	15.0%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	27.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%
Uninsured	11.9%
	38% above US avg
Primary Care	1:918
Dentists	1:862
Mental Health	1:206
Checkup Rate	67.7%
Dental Visits	65.5%
Premature Death	4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.6/10
Exercise Access	99.5%
Healthcare Facilities	2,617

Pescadero has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.4 inches
	20% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	95 ft (29 m)
Area	4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density	119/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2449°N, 122.3789°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06081

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin. 94.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%

D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.7%
	21% below US avg
High School+	59.7%
Graduate Degree+	6.8%
School Test Score	4.69

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	119/sq mi
Total Area	4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.8%
Public Libraries	34
Healthcare Facilities	2,617
Restaurants	2,143
Retail Stores	1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.2 min
Drive Alone	47.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.4%

Pescadero, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Pescadero a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pescadero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pescadero vs U.S. Average

Income: Pescadero vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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