Rio del Mar, CA
Full City Profile · California · San Benito County County
Rio del Mar, CA
At a Glance
How Rio del Mar Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rio del Mar's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rio del Mar a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rio del Mar residents earn a median household income of $150,313 , which is 100% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $91,497. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,930 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rio del Mar is $1,242,600 , 341% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,313,194. Median rent is $3,172/month, with 33.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Education
61.4% of adults in Rio del Mar hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% above the national average). 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rio del Mar has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.