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Crime in Carlsbad summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Carlsbad. Key points include:
There were 1,933 total crimes in Carlsbad in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Carlsbad is 1,710.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Carlsbad is 199.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Carlsbad is 1,511.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Carlsbad is -19.30% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Carlsbad Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Carlsbad / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,933 | 1,710.3 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 225 | 199.1 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 0.9 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 39 | 34.5 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 178 | 157.5 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,708 | 1,511.2 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 267 | 236.2 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,318 | 1,166.1 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 123 | 108.8 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Carlsbad summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Carlsbad. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Carlsbad is 202 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Carlsbad is 2.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Carlsbad is $1,370,648.
The median income in Carlsbad is $142,748.
Carlsbad's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Carlsbad Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Carlsbad | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 202 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 115 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 114 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 396 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 124 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 122 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 124 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Carlsbad, CA Weather
The average high in Carlsbad is 73.0° and the average low is 51.8°.
There are 24.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 13.2 inches of precipitation each year with 1.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Carlsbad |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 73.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 51.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 24.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 13.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Carlsbad Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Carlsbad
The current population in Carlsbad is 114,373. The population has increased 14.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 114,373 | -0.1% |
| 2023 | 114,500 | -0.2% |
| 2022 | 114,745 | -0.1% |
| 2021 | 114,858 | 0.4% |
| 2020 | 114,411 | 0.1% |
| 2019 | 114,253 | 0.5% |
| 2018 | 113,670 | 0.5% |
| 2017 | 113,147 | 1.0% |
| 2016 | 112,008 | 1.1% |
| 2015 | 110,830 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 109,296 | 1.9% |
| 2013 | 107,307 | 2.1% |
| 2012 | 105,097 | 2.7% |
| 2011 | 102,342 | 2.6% |
| 2010 | 99,753 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Carlsbad
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Carlsbad is:
65.7% White with 75,181 White residents.
1.3% African American with 1,442 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 52 American Indian residents.
8.0% Asian with 9,123 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 174 Hawaiian residents.
0.6% Other with 710 Other residents.
6.8% Two Or More with 7,820 Two Or More residents.
17.4% Hispanic with 19,871 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Carlsbad | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 65.7% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.3% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 8.0% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.8% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 17.4% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Carlsbad
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Carlsbad is 50.3% female with 57,526 female residents.
Carlsbad is 49.7% male with 56,847 male residents.
| Gender | Carlsbad | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Carlsbad for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed 9-12th grade.
9.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed high school / ged.
18.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed associate's degree.
36.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed bachelor's degree.
17.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed professional degree.
4.0% of adults in Carlsbad completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Carlsbad | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 9.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 18.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 17.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 4.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Carlsbad, California
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3.7% of households in Carlsbad earn Less than $10,000.
1.8% of households in Carlsbad earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.4% of households in Carlsbad earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.5% of households in Carlsbad earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.3% of households in Carlsbad earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.3% of households in Carlsbad earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.5% of households in Carlsbad earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.5% of households in Carlsbad earn $100,000 to $149,999.
14.3% of households in Carlsbad earn $150,000 to $199,999.
33.6% of households in Carlsbad earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Carlsbad | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.7% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.4% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.5% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.3% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.3% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.5% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.5% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.3% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 33.6% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
