Solana Beach, CA Economy


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Solana Beach, CA is a desirable place to live due to its beautiful landscape, close proximity to the beach, and vibrant cultural atmosphere. It is home to many renowned companies such as the San Diego Union Tribune, Solana Beach Surf Co., and the local craft brewery Solana Beach Brewing Company. For those looking for outdoor activities, there are a variety of options available including surfing lessons on Fletcher Cove, biking along the Coast Highway 101 Trail and hiking at La Orilla Park. Those looking for more urban experiences will find art galleries and specialty shops downtown on Cedros Avenue as well as an abundance of restaurants offering cuisine from all around the world. Overall, Solana Beach offers something for everyone and continues to be one of the most desirable places to live in California.

Solana Beach has an unemployment rate of 6.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Solana Beach has seen the job market increase by 1.4% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 34.2%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Solana Beach
- The Sales Tax Rate for Solana Beach is 7.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Solana Beach is 9.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Solana Beach
- The average income of a Solana Beach resident is $59,225 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Solana Beach resident is $113,903 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySolana Beach, CaliforniaUnited States
  6.96
  -8.6%-6.2%
  34.2%33.5%
  7.8%6.2%
  8.0%4.6%
  $71,021$37,638
  $113,903$69,021
  $133,405$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  6.4%6.8%
  8.4%10.0%
  2.6%2.5%
  8.7%11.0%
  1.9%4.8%
  0.3%0.8%
  3.8%1.9%
  5.8%4.7%
  4.2%1.9%
  17.4%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  3.3%4.2%
  6.9%9.3%
  13.9%14.0%
  2.4%2.1%
  7.2%7.0%
  4.3%4.8%
  2.4%4.7%
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I've lived in Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Venice Beach, Hermosa Beach, San Luis Obispo, Carlsbad, Encinitas and my wife and I saved up every penny we could to buy a  More

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Rent has skyrocketed in Solana Beach in the past ten years. High rent and more people cramming into single person rental units.   More

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Over 19 years ago

Very expensive. Being from east coast it was hard because people dont speak to you in normal situations..example , picking up kids from school ..if you pass a parent  More

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