Pacific Grove, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 14,871
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Geography

This nature-filled community borders the Monterey Bay, the city of Monterey, the Pacific Ocean, and Del Monte Forest.

Cultural Attractions

The annual Carmel Bach Festival offers three weeks of performances by international musicians, including recital and master classes.

Recreation

Aside from its beautiful beaches, Pacific Grove is home to 28 parks.

Historical

Point Pinos Lighthouse has shined since 1855, making it the oldest continually-operating lighthouse on the West Coast.

Fun Fact

Pacific Grove is nicknamed "Butterfly Town, U.S.A." because thousands of Monarch butterflies overwinter in the pines and eucalyptus trees in the town's Monarch Grove Sanctuary.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
14,871
Population under 55:
64.5%
Population over 55:
35.5%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
San Jose

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
65°F July High, 42°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$50,952
Median home price:
$536,250
Average property tax:
N/A

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
16.4%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
3
Middle schools:
2
High schools:
2

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
2
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
3

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
6/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
12/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
152

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