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Crime in Arroyo Grande summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Arroyo Grande. Key points include:
There were 173 total crimes in Arroyo Grande in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Arroyo Grande is 951.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Arroyo Grande is 198.0 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Arroyo Grande is 753.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Arroyo Grande is -55.09% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Arroyo Grande Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Arroyo Grande / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 173 | 951.6 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 36 | 198.0 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 2 | 11.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 4 | 22.0 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 28 | 154.0 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 137 | 753.6 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 29 | 159.5 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 94 | 517.1 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 14 | 77.0 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Arroyo Grande summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Arroyo Grande. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Arroyo Grande is 168 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Arroyo Grande is 1.7x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Arroyo Grande is $1,044,035.
The median income in Arroyo Grande is $102,553.
Arroyo Grande's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Arroyo Grande Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Arroyo Grande | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 168 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 107 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 113 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 284 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 116 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 114 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 125 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Arroyo Grande, CA Weather
The average high in Arroyo Grande is 70.3° and the average low is 46.2°.
There are 31.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 18.2 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Arroyo Grande |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 70.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 46.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 31.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 18.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Arroyo Grande Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Arroyo Grande
The current population in Arroyo Grande is 18,372. The population has increased 8.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,372 | -0.2% |
| 2023 | 18,412 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | 18,435 | 0.1% |
| 2021 | 18,422 | 2.8% |
| 2020 | 17,924 | -0.6% |
| 2019 | 18,033 | -0.0% |
| 2018 | 18,039 | 0.4% |
| 2017 | 17,971 | 0.7% |
| 2016 | 17,842 | 0.7% |
| 2015 | 17,720 | 1.0% |
| 2014 | 17,536 | 0.7% |
| 2013 | 17,411 | 0.7% |
| 2012 | 17,284 | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 17,132 | 0.8% |
| 2010 | 16,990 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Arroyo Grande
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Arroyo Grande is:
67.7% White with 12,440 White residents.
0.3% African American with 49 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 35 American Indian residents.
3.8% Asian with 694 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 34 Other residents.
6.9% Two Or More with 1,269 Two Or More residents.
21.0% Hispanic with 3,851 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Arroyo Grande | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 67.7% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.3% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.8% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.9% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 21.0% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Arroyo Grande
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Arroyo Grande is 55.8% female with 10,253 female residents.
Arroyo Grande is 44.2% male with 8,119 male residents.
| Gender | Arroyo Grande | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 44.2% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Arroyo Grande for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed 9-12th grade.
15.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed high school / ged.
23.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed associate's degree.
28.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed bachelor's degree.
13.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Arroyo Grande completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Arroyo Grande | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 15.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 23.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Arroyo Grande, California
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2.5% of households in Arroyo Grande earn Less than $10,000.
1.8% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.8% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.4% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.1% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.9% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.2% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.3% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.0% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $150,000 to $199,999.
15.1% of households in Arroyo Grande earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Arroyo Grande | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.5% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.8% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.4% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.1% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.9% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.2% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.3% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.0% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 15.1% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
