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Stinson Beach, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Stinson Beach is a small town in California with a population of 366. Residents earn $117,000 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
366 Population 411/sq mi density
$117,000 Median Income $68,818 per capita
$1,447,900 Home Value $3,331,659 Zillow
$2,291 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$117,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,447,900 home value, $2,291/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,000
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,447,900
414% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.9%
75% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,291
97% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.3%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,000
Per Capita$68,818
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute25 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,447,900
Rent$2,291
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$3,331,659
Housing Units733
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity21.3%
Uninsured4.1%
Smoking8.1%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation11 ft (3 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.9%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+24.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.4%
EV Stations4
Libraries34

Is Stinson Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stinson Beach 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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stinson Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stinson Beach is $117,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 56% above $75,149. This places Stinson Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stinson Beach is $1,447,900, making it a premium housing market at 414% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,291 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Stinson Beach is a highly educated community — 58.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stinson Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Stinson Beach has a population of 366 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

366
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stinson Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stinson Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stinson Beach is $117,000, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Stinson Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,000
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,818
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,186
County GDP$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,143
Healthcare2,617
Retail1,916
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stinson Beach is $1,447,900, 414% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,291 (97% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $3,331,659.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,447,900
414% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$3,331,659

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$2,930
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,291
97% above US avg
Rent Burden26.1%

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-Occupied76.6%
Housing Units733
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Stinson Beach, 21.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.1% of residents lack health insurance. 8.1% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.3%
34% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.1%
42% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured4.1%
52% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Stinson Beach has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates37.9025°N, 122.6501°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 58.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.9%
75% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+24.5%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Restaurants2,143
Retail Stores1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

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