Santa Monica

Welcome to Santa Monica

The coastal city of Santa Monica is a living postcard

Santa Monica is filled with beautiful people, populated beaches, upscale shopping, and lots of fine dining. Its bustling pier, complete with iconic Ferris wheel and amusement park attractions, paired with clean streets, great weather, outdoor malls, and accessible oceanfront make it a destination known throughout the world.

This seaside city is named after Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine, but the reason why remains undetermined. One telling says it was named by explorer Gaspar de Portolà, who camped there in 1769 and named it in honor of the feast day of Saint Monica. Another credits Father Juan Crespi, who claimed a pair of creeks known as the Kuruvunga Springs (technically located outside of Santa Monica’s border), were like the tears of Saint Monica, who, prior to her son’s conversion, wept nightly over his impiety.

Attributes

Beaches, Wealthy, Healthy, Pricey, Great Weather, Tourist-Friendly

Commute Times

LAX 27m by car

Downtown 24m by car

Boundaries

Nearby Neighborhoods Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Venice

The Neighbors

A diverse crowd of students, families, surfers, and entertainment industry pros

Santa Monica’s unique brand of California cool—complete with beach, boardwalk, and culture—appeals to residents of every sort.

What to Expect

Sunsets on the boardwalk, outdoor dining, and weekend mornings at the beach

Popularized on the big screen, Santa Monica represents Southern California living around the world and the reality does not disappoint. Oceanside activities, stunning panoramas, candy-hued building abound in this dreamy beach neighborhood.

The Lifestyle

Vibrant, cultured, and low-key luxe

Occupying a pristine stretch of the Pacific, Santa Monica emanates a casual coolness. The boardwalk welcomes joggers, bikers, and bladers, with much of local life revolving around the water. Yogis flock, attracted by some of the city’s best and most plentiful studios.

Unexpected Appeal

World-renowned designers and endless retail

Despite Santa Monica’s laid-back vibe, it takes its shopping seriously. Between the contemporary chains lining the Third Street Promenade and an upscale, open-air mall that houses Barney’s, Tiffany & Co., and Louis Vuitton, there is no shortage of options.

The Market

Expansive single-family homes and contemporary apartment complexes

Santa Monica presents a diverse range of housing style, all centrally located and boasting spectacular ocean access. Its residents occupy single-family homes along quaint, tree-lined streets, modern beachfront houses near the bustling boardwalk, and amenity-rich apartment buildings. Its affluent residents also rent upscale apartments and there are plenty of hotels in the neighborhood for the tourists that flock here.

You'll Fall In Love With

Sunshine, ocean breezes, and idyllic views as far as the eye can see

Los Angeles is generally known for its mild climate, but Santa Monica may well be the jewel in the city’s meteorological crown. It averages 310 days of sunshine per year, with cerulean skies and a pleasant, near-constant ocean breeze. Daytime temperatures are typically in the low 70s and rarely rise above 83 degrees.

Overview for Santa Monica, CA

92,945 people live in Santa Monica, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $82,680. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

92,945

Total Population

43 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$82,680

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Santa Monica, CA

Population Households Employment

Santa Monica has 46,719 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Santa Monica do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 92,945 people call Santa Monica home. The population density is 14,587.013 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

92,945

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43

Median Age

49.4 / 50.6%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

46,719

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$82,680

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Santa Monica, CA

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Santa Monica. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

Welcome to Santa Monica

Attributes

Commute Times

Boundaries

The Neighbors

What to Expect

The Lifestyle

Unexpected Appeal

The Market

You'll Fall In Love With

Overview for Santa Monica, CA

92,945

43 years

High

$82,680

Demographics and Employment Data for Santa Monica, CA

92,945

High

43

49.4 / 50.6%

46,719

2

$82,680

Schools in Santa Monica, CA

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Santa Monica

Welcome to Santa Monica

Attributes

Commute Times

Boundaries

The Neighbors

What to Expect

The Lifestyle

Unexpected Appeal

The Market

You'll Fall In Love With

Overview for Santa Monica, CA

92,945

43 years

High

$82,680

Demographics and Employment Data for Santa Monica, CA

92,945

High

43

49.4 / 50.6%

46,719

2

$82,680

Schools in Santa Monica, CA

Work With Barbra

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