Soledad, CA
Full City Profile · California · Monterey County County
Soledad, CA
At a Glance
How Soledad Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Soledad's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Soledad a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Soledad residents earn a median household income of $93,204 , which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,221. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,844 business establishments, including 1,118 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Soledad is $571,600 , 103% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $638,732. Median rent is $1,604/month, with 33.8% 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 1993.
Safety & Crime
Soledad reports 274 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 531/100K.
Education
6.9% of adults in Soledad hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 58.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Soledad has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.