Port Hueneme, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Port Hueneme is a small city in California with a population of 21,691. Residents earn $76,655 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
21,691 Population 4,907/sq mi density
$76,655 Median Income $34,707 per capita
$556,200 Home Value $618,875 Zillow
$2,106 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
400 Violent Crime/100K 1,560 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$76,655 median income, 5.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$556,200 home value, $2,106/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
400 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,655
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $556,200
97% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 400/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,106
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,691
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density4,907/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,655
Per Capita$34,707
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$69,606M
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$556,200
Rent$2,106
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$618,875

Crime

F
Violent400/100K
Property1,560/100K
Murder9.0/100K
Assault247/100K
Burglary432/100K

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+80.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute24 min
EV Stations13
Libraries24

Is Port Hueneme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Hueneme receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Port Hueneme has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Hueneme is $76,655, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Hueneme is $556,200, making it a premium housing market at 97% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,106 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,560 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Hueneme enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Port Hueneme has a population of 21,691 with a density of 4,907 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.7%), with 4% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

21,691
Total Population
4,907
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Hueneme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.9%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.1%
251% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Hueneme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Hueneme is $76,655, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Port Hueneme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,655
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,707
Avg Weekly Wage$1,356
IRS Avg AGI$102,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,435
County GDP$69,606M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,758
Healthcare3,115
Retail2,556
Manufacturing867

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Hueneme is $556,200, 97% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,106 (81% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $618,875.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$556,200
97% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$618,875
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$452
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops25.5%
Inventory55

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,106
81% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,916

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-Occupied46.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Port Hueneme, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Hueneme vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,115
Port Hueneme has a violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,560 per 100,000 (20% below US avg). The murder rate is 9.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Port Hueneme vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent400.1/100K
5% above US avg
Murder9.0/100K
43% above US avg
Rape9.0/100K
Robbery134.9/100K
Assault247.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,559.8/100K
20% below US avg
Burglary431.5/100K
Theft867.5/100K
Vehicle Theft260.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters637

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Port Hueneme has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density4,907/sq mi
Coordinates34.1621°N, 119.2042°W
County FIPS06111
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,907/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations15
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities3,115
Restaurants1,758
Retail Stores2,556

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations637
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home7.2%

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