Redondo Beach, CA

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
69,814 Population 11,260/sq mi density
$144,588 Median Income $79,040 per capita
$1,225,400 Home Value $1,473,991 Zillow
$2,562 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
232 Violent Crime/100K 2,126 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$144,588 median income, 3.9% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$1,225,400 home value, $2,562/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
232 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $144,588
92% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,225,400
335% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 232/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.4%
97% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,562
120% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

How Redondo Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population69,814
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density11,260/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A+
Median Income$144,588
Per Capita$79,040
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute27 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,225,400
Rent$2,562
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,473,991

Crime

F
Violent232/100K
Property2,126/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault154/100K
Burglary400/100K

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.8 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.4%
High School+96.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute27 min
EV Stations15
Libraries258

Is Redondo Beach a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Redondo Beach has a population of 69,814 with a density of 11,260 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

69,814
Total Population
11,260
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Redondo Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.3%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.7%
92% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Redondo Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redondo Beach is $144,588, which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Redondo Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$144,588
92% above US avg
Per Capita Income$79,040
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Redondo Beach is $1,225,400, 335% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,562 (120% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,473,991.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,225,400
335% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,473,991
Median List Price$1,572,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,572,000
$/Sq Ft$767
Homes Sold44
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops19.5%
Inventory113

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,562
120% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,523

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-Occupied53.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Redondo Beach, 21.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Redondo Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure24.0%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.1%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Redondo Beach has a violent crime rate of 232 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,126 per 100,000 (8% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Redondo Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent232.1/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape13.2/100K
Robbery64.6/100K
Assault154.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,125.6/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary399.6/100K
Theft1,548.3/100K
Vehicle Theft177.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Redondo Beach has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.8 inches
64% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density11,260/sq mi
Coordinates33.8495°N, 118.4008°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 66.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.4%
97% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density11,260/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations15
Alt Fuel Stations16
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home26.4%

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