Pismo Beach, CA 

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Population

8,058

-5.8% since 2000

Unemployment Rate

5.8%

Cost of Living

146.1 / 100

Median Home Price

$1,206,900

Median Income

$94,268

Comfort Index (Climate)

9.5 / 7.9

summer / winter

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Pismo Beach, CA

Living in Pismo Beach, CA is an incredible experience. The area is known for its stunning coastline and seaside cliffs, providing mesmerizing views of the Pacific. It's also very close to a number of exciting attractions like Hearst Castle, Avila Beach, and Oceano Dunes. With so much to explore both on land and water, Pismo Beach offers something for everyone. It is also home to great restaurants and bars that serve up delicious local cuisine. Plus, the weather is almost always beautiful with plenty of sunshine to enjoy! Whether you’re looking for an outdoorsy adventure or simply a leisurely beachside stroll, Pismo Beach provides plenty of opportunities to make your stay memorable. College town / small town complex - Central California, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, 15 miles from the coast.
Zip Codes: 93449
Cost of Living: 46.1% higher
Time zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Elevation: 238 ft above sea level
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Pros
College-town atmosphere
Year-round climate
Historic interest
Cons
Healthcare
Isolation
Cost of living

What Bert Has To Say About San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles Metro Area

San Luis Obispo is a charming and historic college town and home to the 18,000-student California Polytechnic University. It has resisted the development seen in other parts of the state and preserves a pleasant, off-the-beaten-path character. The interesting downtown is accessible by foot and is centered on the old Spanish mission dating from 1772. The university brings numerous arts and entertainment amenities, and the central California coastal climate is ideal.


Highlights

ECONOMY
The unemployment rate in Pismo Beach is 5.8% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Pismo Beach jobs have increased by 1.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING
Compared to the rest of the country, Pismo Beach's cost of living is 46.1% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Pismo Beach's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE
August, September and July are the most pleasant months in Pismo Beach, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING
In the last Presidential election, San Luis Obispo county remained strongly Democratic, 55.3% to 42.2%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION
Pismo Beach's population is 8,058 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 3.3%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION
Average Commute time is 22.2 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE
The median home cost in Pismo Beach is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 11.6%.

SCHOOLS
Pismo Beach public schools spend $8,990 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 23 students per teacher in Pismo Beach. More Education



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Housing Market in Pismo Beach

It's a good time to buy in Pismo Beach. Home Appreciation is up 11.6% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Pismo Beach is .

Reviews for Pismo Beach   4 Reviews
Nice touristy town by the beach. - 3/11/2021
It's a nice town to visit - although very touristy. Clean air - and nice sand dunes nearby. A variety of housing - but expensive. Good for seafood. I would say... Read More

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Update after living here for 5 years - 10/7/2016
It's still challenging to find a good job: Diablo Canyon Nuclear plant has announced it will be closing in 9 years, so many 6-figure incomes will be going along with the... Read More

air quality - 3/21/2016
Because of fires allowed in campsites each and everyday it is very smokey and hard to... Read More


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93449

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