California · Metropolitan Area
Solana Beach is a small city in California with a population of 12,841. Residents earn $150,820 per year, which is 101% above the national average.
Based on current data, Solana Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Solana Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Solana Beach is $150,820, which is significantly higher than the national average — 101% above $75,149. This places Solana Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Solana Beach is $1,934,700, making it a premium housing market at 586% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,022 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Solana Beach is below the national average at 165 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,411 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.
Solana Beach is a highly educated community — 71.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Solana Beach 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 11.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 81.3% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.7% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $150,820 |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $93,265 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,593 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,353 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 133,031 |
| County GDP | $331,868M |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Healthcare | 11,184 |
| Retail | 9,270 |
| Manufacturing | 2,955 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.48% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 30.7% |
| Census Median | $1,934,700 |
| 586% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $2,157,506 |
| Median List Price | $2,475,000 |
| Median List Price | $2,475,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $989 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 28.0% |
| Inventory | 25 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,022 |
| 160% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $4,097 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.48% |
| Obesity | 22.6% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.1% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 3.4% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 13.3% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 9.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 5,727/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Total Violent | 165.2/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 15.0/100K |
| Robbery | 45.0/100K |
| Assault | 105.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,411.3/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 412.9/100K |
| Theft | 915.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 82.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.5 inches |
| 70% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 126 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,766/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9913°N, 117.2581°W |
| County FIPS | 06073 |
Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 71.8% |
| 113% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,766/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 37 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 37 |
| Public Libraries | 88 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Retail Stores | 9,270 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 30.7% |