Cayucos, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,517 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,778 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$947,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$918 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,367 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Luis Obispo County
3
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles Metro Area
3
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

San Luis Obispo County
5
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 1 0 58
May 0 0 61
Jun 0 0 66
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 4 0 49

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Schools

Cayucos Elementary
1 miles, N 3.7 star
Del Mar Elementary
3 miles, S 3.7 star
Morro Bay High
4 miles, S 4.1 star
Baywood Elementary
8 miles, S 3.2 star

Colleges

Cuesta College
11 miles, SE 1.9 star
Laurus College
17 miles, SE

Hospitals

Twin Cities Community Hospital
12 miles, E 1.4 star
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
16 miles, SE 3.2 star
French Hospital Medical Center
18 miles, SE 4.1 star
Marian Regional Medical Center
43 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

San Luis County Regional Airport
20 miles, S 1 star
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
92 miles, S 1.4 star
Monterey Regional Airport
96 miles, N 1 star