Living in California Polytechnic State University, California

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of California Polytechnic State University · Census data 2020–2024

California Polytechnic State University has 7,915 residents with a median age of 19.2. The median home value is $564,700.

California Polytechnic State University at a glance

Population
7,915
Median age
19.2State: 37.9
Median home value
$564,700State: $734,700
Homeowners
60.6%
Bachelor's degree or higher
77.5%
Average commute
17 min

Is California Polytechnic State University a good place to live?

Pros: Home values 23% lower than the state median; an average commute of 17 minutes; a poverty rate of 7.5%.

Cons: Unemployment of 15.7%.

The weather is best in June to August and October.

Cost of living in California Polytechnic State University

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In California Polytechnic State University the median home value is $564,700, 70% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $2,417 a month in housing costs.

Median home value

California Polytechnic State University$564,700
California$734,700
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

California$2,036
United States$1,413

Housing in California Polytechnic State University: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
71
Owner-occupied
60.6%
Renter-occupied
39.4%
Vacant
0%Includes seasonal homes
Average household size
2.62

California Polytechnic State University demographics

Population
7,915
Median age
19.2
Under 18
1.8%
65 and older
0.1%
Households
71
Foreign-born
4.4%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White53.8%
Hispanic or Latino23.8%
Black1.3%
Asian15.2%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of California Polytechnic State University ›

Education in California Polytechnic State University

77.5% of adults 25 and older in California Polytechnic State University have a bachelor's degree or higher (California: 37.1%), and 58.5% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

California Polytechnic State University77.5%
California37.1%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in California Polytechnic State University

Unemployment rate
15.7%State: 6.6%
Average commute
17 minState: 29 min
Work from home
14.1%
Drive alone
18.4%
Public transit
0.8%
Walk to work
56.8%
Homes with broadband
100%

California Polytechnic State University vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
California Polytechnic State University7,915—$564,700—
San Luis Obispo48,491$73,685$935,100$1,965
Los Ranchos1,467$121,800$1,244,900—
Avila Beach1,303$218,259$1,243,300$1,878
Los Osos14,166$108,932$805,800$2,047
Pismo Beach8,014$118,072$1,021,300$2,232
Morro Bay10,692$95,843$918,200$1,858
Atascadero29,712$91,429$716,500$1,854
Grover Beach12,604$86,458$727,500$2,061

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Living in California Polytechnic State University: FAQ

What is the average home price in California Polytechnic State University?

The median home value in California Polytechnic State University is $564,700, compared with $734,700 in California.

Is California Polytechnic State University, CA a good place to live?

Pluses: home values 23% lower than the state median; an average commute of 17 minutes; a poverty rate of 7.5%. Minuses: unemployment of 15.7%.

What is the median age in California Polytechnic State University?

The median age in California Polytechnic State University is 19.2 years (California: 37.9).

How long is the commute in California Polytechnic State University?

The average commute to work in California Polytechnic State University is 17 minutes; 14.1% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in California Polytechnic State University?

The unemployment rate in California Polytechnic State University is 15.7% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is California Polytechnic State University?

77.5% of adults in California Polytechnic State University have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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