Pismo Beach, CA
Full City Profile · California · San Luis Obispo County County
Pismo Beach, CA
At a Glance
How Pismo Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pismo Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pismo Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pismo Beach residents earn a median household income of $112,913 , which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $74,035. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,662 business establishments, including 1,072 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pismo Beach is $992,900 , 252% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,095,618. Median rent is $2,298/month, with 31.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Pismo Beach reports 379 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 0% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,035/100K.
Education
50.1% of adults in Pismo Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% above the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pismo Beach has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.