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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 52.9% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 47.1% |
| 251% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $76,655 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,707 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,356 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $102,674 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 31,435 |
| County GDP | $69,606M |
| Restaurants | 1,758 |
| Healthcare | 3,115 |
| Retail | 2,556 |
| Manufacturing | 867 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,383 |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.51% |
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
| Census Median | $556,200 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $618,875 |
| Median List Price | $575,000 |
| Median List Price | $575,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $452 |
| Homes Sold | 15 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.2% |
| Price Drops | 25.5% |
| Inventory | 55 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,106 |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,916 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,383 |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.51% |
| Obesity | 28.3% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,626/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,115 |
| Total Violent | 400.1/100K |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Murder | 9.0/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Rape | 9.0/100K |
| Robbery | 134.9/100K |
| Assault | 247.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,559.8/100K |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 431.5/100K |
| Theft | 867.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 260.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| FEMA Disasters | 637 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.9 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,907/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1621°N, 119.2042°W |
| County FIPS | 06111 |
Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.7% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 4,907/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 13 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 15 |
| Public Libraries | 24 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,115 |
| Restaurants | 1,758 |
| Retail Stores | 2,556 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 637 |
| Avg Commute | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |