California · Metropolitan Area
Redondo Beach is a mid-size city in California with a population of 69,814. Residents earn $144,588 per year, which is 92% above the national average.
Based on current data, Redondo Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Redondo Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Redondo Beach is $144,588, which is significantly higher than the national average — 92% above $75,149. This places Redondo Beach among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Redondo Beach is $1,225,400, making it a premium housing market at 335% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,562 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.
Violent crime in Redondo Beach is below the national average at 232 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,126 per 100,000, near the national average.
Redondo Beach is a highly educated community — 66.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Redondo Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 74.3% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 25.7% |
| 92% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $144,588 |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $79,040 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 26.4% |
| Census Median | $1,225,400 |
| 335% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,473,991 |
| Median List Price | $1,572,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,572,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $767 |
| Homes Sold | 44 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.5% |
| Price Drops | 19.5% |
| Inventory | 113 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,562 |
| 120% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,523 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.85% |
| Obesity | 21.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.3% |
| Heart Disease | 3.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.0% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 3.1% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.6% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 9.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 232.1/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 13.2/100K |
| Robbery | 64.6/100K |
| Assault | 154.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,125.6/100K |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 399.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,548.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 177.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 13.8 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8495°N, 118.4008°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 66.4% |
| 97% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 11,260/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 15 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 16 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 26.4% |