California · Metropolitan Area
Rancho Santa Fe is a small town in California with a population of 2,574. Residents earn $236,429 per year, which is 215% above the national average.
Based on current data, Rancho Santa Fe 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rancho Santa Fe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rancho Santa Fe is $236,429, which is significantly higher than the national average — 215% above $75,149. This places Rancho Santa Fe among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% 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 Rancho Santa Fe is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Rancho Santa Fe is a highly educated community — 71.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Rancho Santa Fe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 80.9% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.1% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $236,429 |
| 215% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $117,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.50% |
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 29.0% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $4,248,470 |
| Median List Price | $5,624,500 |
| Median List Price | $5,624,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $1,356 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.0% |
| Price Drops | 31.3% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,501 |
| 201% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,850 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.50% |
| Obesity | 22.0% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.9% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 3.2% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.3% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 8.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 14.2 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 225 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0258°N, 117.1981°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 71.8% |
| 113% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 29.0% |