Pacifica SnackAbility
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Crime in Pacifica summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Pacifica. Key points include:
There were 519 total crimes in Pacifica in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Pacifica is 1,451.4 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Pacifica is 145.4 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Pacifica is 1,306.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Pacifica is -31.51% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Pacifica Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Pacifica / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 519 | 1,451.4 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 52 | 145.4 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 3 | 8.4 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 38 | 106.3 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 467 | 1,306.0 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 15 | 41.9 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 409 | 1,143.8 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 43 | 120.2 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Pacifica summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Pacifica. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Pacifica is 212 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Pacifica is 2.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Pacifica is $1,284,847.
The median income in Pacifica is $160,523.
Pacifica's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Pacifica Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Pacifica | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 212 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 111 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 114 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 436 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 114 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 116 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 115 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Pacifica, CA Weather
The average high in Pacifica is 66.7° and the average low is 49.1°.
There are 42.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 24.5 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Pacifica |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 49.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 42.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 24.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Pacifica Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Pacifica
The current population in Pacifica is 37,261. The population has increased 1.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37,261 | -0.7% |
| 2023 | 37,527 | -1.4% |
| 2022 | 38,048 | -1.4% |
| 2021 | 38,595 | -0.2% |
| 2020 | 38,663 | -0.8% |
| 2019 | 38,984 | -0.2% |
| 2018 | 39,065 | -0.2% |
| 2017 | 39,141 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 38,844 | 0.5% |
| 2015 | 38,665 | 1.0% |
| 2014 | 38,283 | 1.2% |
| 2013 | 37,825 | 1.1% |
| 2012 | 37,413 | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 37,043 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 36,805 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Pacifica
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Pacifica is:
47.0% White with 17,528 White residents.
1.2% African American with 436 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 15 American Indian residents.
21.7% Asian with 8,102 Asian residents.
1.7% Hawaiian with 615 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 266 Other residents.
8.1% Two Or More with 3,013 Two Or More residents.
19.6% Hispanic with 7,286 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Pacifica | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 47.0% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.2% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 21.7% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 8.1% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 19.6% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Pacifica
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Pacifica is 50.0% female with 18,616 female residents.
Pacifica is 50.0% male with 18,645 male residents.
| Gender | Pacifica | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.0% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.0% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Pacifica for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Pacifica completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Pacifica completed 9-12th grade.
17.0% of adults in Pacifica completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Pacifica completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Pacifica completed associate's degree.
30.0% of adults in Pacifica completed bachelor's degree.
12.0% of adults in Pacifica completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Pacifica completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Pacifica completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Pacifica | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 17.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 12.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Pacifica, California
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1.8% of households in Pacifica earn Less than $10,000.
1.8% of households in Pacifica earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.6% of households in Pacifica earn $15,000 to $24,999.
2.0% of households in Pacifica earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.8% of households in Pacifica earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.8% of households in Pacifica earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.5% of households in Pacifica earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.0% of households in Pacifica earn $100,000 to $149,999.
14.0% of households in Pacifica earn $150,000 to $199,999.
37.8% of households in Pacifica earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Pacifica | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.8% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.6% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2.0% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.8% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.8% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.5% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.0% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.0% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 37.8% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
