Living in Pepperdine University, California
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Pepperdine University · Census data 2020–2024
Pepperdine University has 3,087 residents with a median age of 20.2. The median household income is $199,432 (101% higher than the California median), the median home value is $979,700, the median rent is $3,139/month.
Pepperdine University at a glance
- Population
- 3,087
- Median age
- 20.2State: 37.9
- Median household income
- $199,432State: $99,122
- Median home value
- $979,700State: $734,700
- Median rent
- $3,139/moState: $2,036
- Homeowners
- 57.4%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 90.6%
- Average commute
- 13 min
Is Pepperdine University a good place to live?
Pros: Median household income 101% higher than the California median; an average commute of 13 minutes; a poverty rate of 0%.
Cons: Home values 33% higher than the state median; unemployment of 11.2%.
The weather is best in July to October.
Cost of living in Pepperdine University
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Pepperdine University the median home value is $979,700, 194% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $3,139 per month, which is 11.8% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $3,994 a month in housing costs.
Pepperdine University median household income
The median household income in Pepperdine University is $199,432 and the income per person is $20,373. 0% of residents live below the poverty line (California: 12%).
Housing in Pepperdine University: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 223
- Owner-occupied
- 57.4%
- Renter-occupied
- 42.6%
- Vacant
- 17.9%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1987
- Average household size
- 2.81
Pepperdine University demographics
- Population
- 3,087
- Median age
- 20.2
- Under 18
- 5.8%
- 65 and older
- 3.2%
- Households
- 183
- Foreign-born
- 16.3%
- Veterans
- 1.2%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Pepperdine University ›
Education in Pepperdine University
90.6% of adults 25 and older in Pepperdine University have a bachelor's degree or higher (California: 37.1%), and 63.7% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in Pepperdine University
- Unemployment rate
- 11.2%State: 6.6%
- Average commute
- 13 minState: 29 min
- Work from home
- 20%
- Drive alone
- 38.2%
- Public transit
- 0.7%
- Walk to work
- 31.5%
- Homes with broadband
- 100%
Pepperdine University vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | 3,087 | $199,432 | $979,700 | $3,139 |
| Malibu | 10,421 | $194,421 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 |
| Calabasas | 22,669 | $165,288 | $1,504,500 | $3,089 |
| Topanga | 8,885 | $157,045 | $1,777,800 | $3,501 |
| Agoura Hills | 19,721 | $171,302 | $1,098,000 | $3,218 |
| Hidden Hills | 2,150 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | — |
| Westlake Village | 7,743 | $179,954 | $1,331,400 | $3,501 |
| Oak Park | 13,757 | $163,085 | $1,036,900 | $3,149 |
| Bell Canyon | 2,177 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | — |
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What is the median household income in Pepperdine University, CA?
The median household income in Pepperdine University is $199,432, 101% higher than the California median of $99,122 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in Pepperdine University?
The median home value in Pepperdine University is $979,700, compared with $734,700 in California.
How much is rent in Pepperdine University?
The median gross rent in Pepperdine University is $3,139 per month, about 11.8% of household income.
Is Pepperdine University, CA a good place to live?
Pluses: median household income 101% higher than the California median; an average commute of 13 minutes; a poverty rate of 0%. Minuses: home values 33% higher than the state median; unemployment of 11.2%.
What is the median age in Pepperdine University?
The median age in Pepperdine University is 20.2 years (California: 37.9).
How long is the commute in Pepperdine University?
The average commute to work in Pepperdine University is 13 minutes; 20% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in Pepperdine University?
The unemployment rate in Pepperdine University is 11.2% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is Pepperdine University?
90.6% of adults in Pepperdine 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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