Grover Beach, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
12,687 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,534 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$691,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,798 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.9% 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 3 0 51
Feb 3 0 52
Mar 3 0 55
Apr 1 0 57
May 0 0 61
Jun 0 0 64
Jul 0 0 67
Aug 0 0 67
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 56
Dec 3 0 50

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, CA State Senate District 21, CA Assembly District 30, CA
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Schools

Grover Beach Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Grover Heights Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ocean View Elementary
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Laurus College
11 miles, N
CET-Santa Maria
16 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

French Hospital Medical Center
11 miles, N • 4.1 star
Marian Regional Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Twin Cities Community Hospital
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
65 miles, S • 1.4 star
Meadows Field
91 miles, E • 1 star
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