Seacliff, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Seacliff is a small town in California with a population of 3,488. Residents earn $121,845 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,488 Population 4,778/sq mi density
$121,845 Median Income $73,681 per capita
$1,085,900 Home Value
$2,410 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$121,845 median income, 3.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$1,085,900 home value, $2,410/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,845
62% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,085,900
285% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,410
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,488
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density4,778/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,845
Per Capita$73,681
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute26 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,085,900
Rent$2,410
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Elevation146 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+97.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
Commute26 min
Libraries3

Is Seacliff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seacliff receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Seacliff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seacliff is $121,845, which is significantly higher than the national average — 62% above $75,149. This places Seacliff among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seacliff is $1,085,900, making it a premium housing market at 285% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,410 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Seacliff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Seacliff has a population of 3,488 with a density of 4,778 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

3,488
Total Population
4,778
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Seacliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seacliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seacliff is $121,845, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Seacliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,845
62% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,154
IRS Avg AGI$88,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,930
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare110
Retail120
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,874
125% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Seacliff is $1,085,900, 285% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,410 (107% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,085,900
285% above US avg
Median List Price$1,275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,275,000
$/Sq Ft$627
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,410
107% above US avg

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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,874
125% above US avg
Effective Rate0.73%
In Seacliff, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Seacliff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death6,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities110

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Seacliff has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation146 ft (45 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density4,778/sq mi
Coordinates36.9773°N, 121.9186°W
County FIPS06069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,778/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants113
Retail Stores120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home10.6%

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