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Crime in Pacific Grove summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Pacific Grove. Key points include:
There were 154 total crimes in Pacific Grove in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Pacific Grove is 1,051.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Pacific Grove is 143.4 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Pacific Grove is 907.9 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Pacific Grove is -50.39% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Pacific Grove Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Pacific Grove / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 154 | 1,051.3 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 21 | 143.4 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 3 | 20.5 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 15 | 102.4 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 133 | 907.9 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 13 | 88.7 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 114 | 778.2 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 6 | 41.0 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Pacific Grove summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Pacific Grove. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Pacific Grove is 197 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Pacific Grove is 2.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Pacific Grove is $1,405,345.
The median income in Pacific Grove is $106,065.
Pacific Grove's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Pacific Grove Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Pacific Grove | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 197 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 109 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 114 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 399 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 114 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 117 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 118 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Pacific Grove, CA Weather
The average high in Pacific Grove is 68.4° and the average low is 47.0°.
There are 36.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 16.0 inches of precipitation each year with 0.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Pacific Grove |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 68.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 36.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 16.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Pacific Grove Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Pacific Grove
The current population in Pacific Grove is 14,951. The population has increased 0.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14,951 | -0.3% |
| 2023 | 15,003 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 15,098 | -0.5% |
| 2021 | 15,169 | -2.0% |
| 2020 | 15,471 | -0.3% |
| 2019 | 15,522 | -0.3% |
| 2018 | 15,567 | -0.3% |
| 2017 | 15,617 | 0.5% |
| 2016 | 15,546 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 15,505 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 15,365 | 0.8% |
| 2013 | 15,241 | 0.9% |
| 2012 | 15,102 | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 14,995 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 14,902 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Pacific Grove
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Pacific Grove is:
70.8% White with 10,585 White residents.
1.1% African American with 171 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 14 American Indian residents.
7.8% Asian with 1,161 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 24 Hawaiian residents.
0.6% Other with 89 Other residents.
6.4% Two Or More with 956 Two Or More residents.
13.0% Hispanic with 1,951 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Pacific Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 70.8% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.1% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 7.8% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.4% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 13.0% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Pacific Grove
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Pacific Grove is 53.9% female with 8,052 female residents.
Pacific Grove is 46.1% male with 6,899 male residents.
| Gender | Pacific Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Pacific Grove for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed 9-12th grade.
11.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed associate's degree.
28.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed bachelor's degree.
19.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed master's degree.
8.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in Pacific Grove completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Pacific Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 11.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 19.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 8.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Pacific Grove, California
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3.1% of households in Pacific Grove earn Less than $10,000.
1.7% of households in Pacific Grove earn $10,000 to $14,999.
5.8% of households in Pacific Grove earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.4% of households in Pacific Grove earn $25,000 to $34,999.
5.5% of households in Pacific Grove earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.9% of households in Pacific Grove earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.7% of households in Pacific Grove earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.5% of households in Pacific Grove earn $100,000 to $149,999.
11.8% of households in Pacific Grove earn $150,000 to $199,999.
21.4% of households in Pacific Grove earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Pacific Grove | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.1% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.7% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.8% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.4% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.5% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.9% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.7% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.5% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11.8% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 21.4% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
