San Diego, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
San Diego County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for San Diego based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why San Diego, CA Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
San Diego, CA ranks 30th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 40.1/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. A cost of living index of 197.7 makes San Diego more affordable than 91% of cities nationwide. With a median home value of $848,500, the housing market remains accessible compared to many US cities. An unemployment rate of just 5.9% signals a robust local job market. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
1,385,061
2023 ACS
Median Income
$104,321
2023
Median Home Value
$848,500
2023
Median Rent
$2,223
2023
Median Age
36.0
Unemployment
5.9%
Avg Temperature
62°F
Cost of Living Index
197.7
100 = national avg
San Diego is a city in San Diego County, California, with a population of 1,385,061 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. San Diego is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in San Diego is $104,321, and the median home value is $848,500. The cost of living index is 197.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,223 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, and the median age is 36.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
1,385,061
Male
703,091
50.8%
Female
681,970
49.2%
Median Age
36.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
35.2%
High School or Higher
45.8%
Foreign Born
24.8%
Veterans
5.3%
Married
39.1%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.591
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
50.4%
Foreign Born
24.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
29.6%
409,424 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
70.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
1,312,120
English Only
61.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
275,807 speakers
Limited English
13.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
86.2%
Limited English Proficiency
13.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
72,793
5.3% of population
Disability Rate
35.9%
26,156 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$65,761
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
64,564
88.7%
Female Veterans
8,229
11.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$65,761
Non-Veteran Income
$48,251
Difference
$17,510
36.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
26,156
Without Disability
46,637
Disability Rate
35.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
644,267
#1 Ancestry
German
8.7% (120,675)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
7.3% (101,745)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.0% (96,689)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
522,146
Family Households
307,817
59.0%
Married Couples
231,480
44.3%
Non-Family Households
214,329
41.0%
Single Mother Households
52,597
10.1%
Single Father Households
23,740
4.5%
Living Alone
150,166
28.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
228,983
In Married Couple
174,107
76.0%
With Single Mother
41,083
17.9%
With Single Father
13,793
6.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$123,400
Married Couple Income
$143,875
Single Mother Income
$66,933
Single Father Income
$89,344
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
26,934
Grandparents Responsible
5,473
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$104,321
+42% vs national
Per Capita Income
$54,678
+47% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.1%
-18% vs national
Gini Index
0.4630
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.9%
+13% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.7%
of households
How San Diego Compares
San Diego vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with over 1,000,000 residents. San Diego is highlighted.
Median Household Income
San Diego, CA has a median household income of $104,321, making it the 4,301st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher median household income than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
San Diego, CA has a per capita income of $54,678, making it the 3,480th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher per capita income than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
San Diego, CA has a poverty rate of 11.1%, making it the 15,307th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher poverty rate than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
San Diego, CA has a unemployment rate of 5.9%, making it the 9,515th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher unemployment rate than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in San Diego. The median household income here is $104,321.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
-23% vs CA avg
Labor Force
788,942
Employed
704,823
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
35.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
45.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.0
Work from Home
19.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$159.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
197.7
100 = national avg
+97.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,998
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$205,632
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The median household income in San Diego, CA is $104,321, which is 42.5% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $54,678. The poverty rate of 11.1% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4630, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 788,942. 35.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 19.2% working from home. About 64.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 197.7, which is 97.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 310.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,998 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$972,500
Median List Price
$899,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$679
Days on Market
43
Active Inventory
1,730
Months of Supply
3.0
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$974,054
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,893
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
29.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
35.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
568
New Listings
1,022
Pending Sales
750
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$679
Median List $/SF
$687
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in San Diego, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro area, home prices have risen 762.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 76.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 98.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 52.2%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA housing market rather than San Diego alone.
Metro area: San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
San Diego vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with over 1,000,000 residents. San Diego is highlighted.
Median Home Value
San Diego, CA has a median home value of $848,500, making it the 949th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher median home value than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
San Diego, CA has a median rent of $2,223, making it the 1,088th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher median rent than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
San Diego, CA has a price per square foot of $679, making it the 535th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher price per square foot than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
San Diego, CA has a rent burden of 25.6%, making it the 3,073rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that San Diego has a higher rent burden than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$848,500
Median Rent
$2,223
Total Housing Units
559,653
Vacancy Rate
6.7%
Owner Occupied
47.6%
Renter Occupied
52.4%
Median Property Tax
$5,658
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,500
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,658
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
of home value
Median Home Value
$848,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$7,066
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,658) by the median home value ($848,500). In San Diego, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.67%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in San Diego, CA is $972,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 43 days on the market. 29.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $679. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,893/month. About 47.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 559,653 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,658. The effective tax rate is 0.67%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.12
per 1,000 residents
+59% vs national
Property Crime Rate
16.70
per 1,000 residents
-3% vs national
Total Crimes
28,925
2024
Violent Clearance
47%
cases solved
Property Clearance
6%
cases solved
YoY Change
-1.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How San Diego Compares
Source: FBI (2024)San Diego vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Over 1,000,000 residents. San Diego is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)San Diego police solve 74% of murder cases but only 5% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 35 | 0.03 | 74.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 297 | 0.21 | 12.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1,075 | 0.77 | 35.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 4,319 | 3.11 | 52.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 2,603 | 1.87 | 14.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 15,100 | 10.87 | 5.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 5,494 | 3.96 | 5.9% |
San Diego, CA reported 5,728 violent crimes and 23,197 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.12 per 1,000 residents is 58.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 47% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 15,100 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 8.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,728 | 23,197 | 4.12 | 16.70 |
| 2023 | 5,763 | 24,972 | 4.18 | 18.12 |
| 2022 | 5,964 | 25,168 | 4.33 | 18.27 |
| 2021 | 5,785 | 27,748 | 4.03 | 19.34 |
| 2020 | 5,303 | 24,321 | 3.69 | 16.92 |
| 2019 | 5,215 | 27,141 | 3.62 | 18.83 |
| 2018 | 5,363 | 27,416 | 3.73 | 19.09 |
| 2017 | 5,221 | 26,246 | 3.67 | 18.43 |
| 2016 | 5,332 | 28,624 | 3.77 | 20.25 |
| 2015 | 5,582 | 29,158 | 3.99 | 20.82 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.7
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
24.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
8.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
51
Public Assistance
$639.4M
Individual Assistance
$30.9M
Most Common Type
Fire
28 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storm and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 2024 | — | $24.5M |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $7.9M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2020 | $484K | $6K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $538.8M | $5.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| West Fire → | Fire | Jul 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mudflows, and Debri… → | Fire | Jan 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Lilac Fire → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Mar 2017 | $5.3M | — |
| Border 3 Fire → | Fire | Jun 2016 | — | — |
| Poinsettia Fire → | Fire | May 2014 | — | — |
| Cocos Fire → | Fire | May 2014 | — | — |
| Shockey Fire → | Fire | Sep 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Debr… → | Flood | Jan 2011 | $7.8M | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mud Flows, and Debr… → | Fire | Oct 2007 | $40.7M | $5K |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2007 | — | — |
| Rice Fire → | Fire | Oct 2007 | — | — |
| Witch Fire → | Fire | Oct 2007 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 56 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,438
Total Claims Paid
$46,287,927
Avg Claim Payout
$18,986
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
83
Federal Funding
$27,029,157
Properties Protected
30
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
5.28
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 20 | $3,073,236 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 16 | $6,616,922 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 8 | $210,374 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 5 | $841,689 |
| 800.1: Miscellaneous | 3 | $3,010,377 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
San Diego has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, earthquake, landslide. The area has had 51 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (28 declarations). 2,438 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $639,380,857 in public assistance recovery funding. $30,937,009 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 83 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
24.2%
11.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.2%
2.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.5%
2.1pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.0%
Arthritis
17.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
36.6%
Lack of Support
28.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
25.6%
Mobility
10.6%
Cognitive
13.8%
Hearing
4.9%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
San Diego has an obesity rate of 24.2%, which is 11.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. 72.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.3 mi
Nmc San Diego
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nmc San Diego | 1.3 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | Yes |
| Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Scripps Mercy Hospital | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Paradise Valley Hospital | 5.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
62°F
Sunny Days
310
per year
Annual Rainfall
12.3"
UV Index
6.0
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in San Diego. Click a month or press play.
56°F
48° / 64°
Jan
High
64°F
Low
48°F
Wind
5 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
98°F
Record Low
35°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
56°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 64°F | 48°F | 2.30" | — | 75% | 5.1 mph |
| Feb | 63°F | 49°F | 2.87" | — | 76% | 5.5 mph |
| Mar | 64°F | 51°F | 1.90" | — | 78% | 5.2 mph |
| Apr | 67°F | 53°F | 0.93" | — | 74% | 5.5 mph |
| May | 68°F | 57°F | 0.39" | — | 75% | 5.3 mph |
| Jun | 72°F | 59°F | 0.08" | — | 77% | 4.9 mph |
| Jul | 76°F | 63°F | 0.09" | — | 78% | 4.8 mph |
| Aug | 78°F | 65°F | 0.09" | — | 78% | 4.6 mph |
| Sep | 77°F | 64°F | 0.17" | — | 78% | 4.6 mph |
| Oct | 73°F | 59°F | 0.58" | — | 75% | 4.6 mph |
| Nov | 69°F | 53°F | 0.92" | — | 73% | 4.8 mph |
| Dec | 63°F | 48°F | 1.92" | — | 74% | 5.1 mph |
San Diego has an average annual temperature of 62°F. The area enjoys approximately 310 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 12.3 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Pop. Served
1,423,886
Violations (5yr)
15
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SAN DIEGO, CITY OF | 1,385,379 | 0 |
| NAS NORTH ISLAND & NAB CORONADO | 36,990 | 0 |
| BUTTERFIELD RANCH | 353 | 13 |
| STONEYBROOKE VILLAGE MHP | 332 | 0 |
| COTTONWOOD RIDGE MANUFACTURED HOUSING CO | 205 | 2 |
| HIDDEN VALLEY OWNER LLC | 200 | 0 |
| PORT OF CALL - WEST | 105 | 0 |
| TALL TIMBER TRAVEL TRAILER PARK | 95 | 0 |
| SUNCREST MHP | 65 | 0 |
| SUNTREE HOLLOW MOBILE HOME COURT | 60 | 0 |
| CHALET MOBILE HOME PARK | 60 | 0 |
| HARDYVILLE ON THE RIVER | 42 | 0 |
| SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
12
Total CO₂e
1.4M MT
Top Emitter
Otay Mesa Energy Center, LLC
839.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Over 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Otay Mesa Energy Center, LLC Cpn Management Lp | Power Plants | 839,096 |
KELCO Jm Huber Corp | Other | 116,484 |
WEST MIRAMAR SANITARY LANDFILL City Of San Diego | Waste | 115,295 |
SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC (LDC) Sempra Energy Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 54,415 |
Pio Pico Energy Center Iif Us Holding Lp | Power Plants | 52,926 |
San Diego State University State Of California | Other | 50,779 |
SOLAR TURBINES INCORPORATED Caterpillar Inc | Other | 34,341 |
QUALCOMM INC - PACIFIC CENTER Qualcomm Inc | Other | 26,723 |
Larkspur Energy Faciity Mitsubishi Corp (Americas) | Power Plants | 22,144 |
QUALCOMM INC - MOREHOUSE DR Qualcomm Inc | Other | 21,843 |
Miramar Energy Facility Sempra Energy Inc | Power Plants | 12,791 |
NORTH MIRAMAR SANITARY LANDFILL City Of San Diego | Waste | 3,564 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 13 water systems serving the area. 15 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 12 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.4M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-18% vs national
Drive Alone
64.2%
-18% vs national
Public Transit
3.0%
+231% vs national
Work From Home
19.2%
+107% vs national
Carpool
7.8%
Walk / Bike
4.1%
combined
How San Diego's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
94
2023
6-Year Avg
104
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
39
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
68
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 91 | 94 | 0 | 39 | 2 |
| 2022 | 114 | 119 | 0 | 55 | 2 |
| 2021 | 110 | 119 | 0 | 47 | 5 |
| 2020 | 96 | 105 | 26 | 33 | 2 |
| 2019 | 85 | 89 | 16 | 42 | 6 |
| 2018 | 95 | 99 | 20 | 45 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in San Diego, CA is 19 minutes, which is 17.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 64.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.2% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 3.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.8% of workers carpool. 3.4% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 94 traffic fatalities from 91 fatal crashes. 39 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
83.8%
of households
No Internet
3.9%
of households
Total Households
522,146
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.4%
of households
Smartphone
94.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
88.7%
of households
Tablet
69.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+60% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+74% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+110% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+10% vs Over 1,000,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
San Diego vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Over 1,000,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Population Served
1,423,886
Violations (5yr)
15
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN DIEGO, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 1,385,379 | 0 |
| NAS NORTH ISLAND & NAB CORONADO | Community | Purchased surface water | 36,990 | 0 |
| BUTTERFIELD RANCH | Community | Ground water | 353 | 13 |
| STONEYBROOKE VILLAGE MHP | Community | Ground water | 332 | 0 |
| COTTONWOOD RIDGE MANUFACTURED HOUSING CO | Community | Ground water | 205 | 2 |
| HIDDEN VALLEY OWNER LLC | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| PORT OF CALL - WEST | Community | Ground water | 105 | 0 |
| TALL TIMBER TRAVEL TRAILER PARK | Community | Ground water | 95 | 0 |
| SUNCREST MHP | Community | Ground water | 65 | 0 |
| SUNTREE HOLLOW MOBILE HOME COURT | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| CHALET MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| HARDYVILLE ON THE RIVER | Community | Ground water | 42 | 0 |
| SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
94.6% of households in San Diego have broadband internet access. 83.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.9% of households have no internet access. 5.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 13 water systems, providing water to 1,423,886 people. A total of 15 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. San Diego is located in San Diego County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in San Diego.
Election Overview
Source: San Diego County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
841,372
56.9%
GOP Votes
593,270
40.2%
Total Votes
1,477,786
Margin
D+16.8%
Shift from 2020
R+6.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 841,372 | 593,270 | 1,477,786 | 56.9% | 40.2% | D+16.8 |
| 2020 | 964,650 | 600,094 | 1,601,722 | 60.2% | 37.5% | D+22.8 |
| 2016 | 567,243 | 386,807 | 1,011,651 | 56.1% | 38.2% | D+17.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, San Diego County recorded 1,477,786 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.9% of the vote compared to 40.2% for Republicans, a margin of D+16.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, San Diego County has shifted 1.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
Official City Website
Source: sandiego.govPublic Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
6,480
Total Assets
$49.7B
Total Income
$29.6B
Per 10K Residents
46.8
nonprofits
-2.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
714
Median Assets
$204K
Oldest Active
1925
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $32.2B of $49.7B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Over 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in San Diego
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCRIPPS HEALTH | Health Care | $9.1B | $5.7B | 1955 | |
| SHARP HEALTHCARE | Health Care | $6.1B | $1.9B | 1957 | |
| SHARP MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | Health Care | $4.7B | $1.6B | 1984 | |
| RADY CHILDRENS HOSPITAL-SAN DIEGO | Health Care | $4.0B | $3.2B | 1997 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO | — | $1.8B | $1.1B | 1946 | |
| GROSSMONT HOSPITAL CORPORATION | Health Care | $1.6B | $1.1B | 1991 | |
| THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.5B | $468.1M | 1975 | |
| NATIONAL UNIVERSITY | Education | $1.2B | $748.1M | 1972 | |
| CONRAD PREBYS FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.1B | $547.5M | 2007 | |
| ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO | Animal-Related | $1.0B | $547.4M | 1942 | |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SAN DIEGO | Philanthropy | $788.6M | $273.7M | 1968 | |
| SHARP CHULA VISTA MEDICAL CENTER | Health Care | $709.9M | $684.5M | 1966 | |
| FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO INC | Health Care | $673.0M | $436.4M | 1984 | |
| CAMPANILE FOUNDATION | Education | $593.7M | $190.8M | 2000 | |
| CENTRO DE SALUD DE LA COMUNIDAD DE SAN YSIDRO INC | Health Care | $415.5M | $617.4M | 1973 | |
| SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ASSOCIATION | Arts & Culture | $317.7M | $96.5M | 1949 | |
| TORREY COAST FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $317.1M | $228.6M | 2021 | |
| SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION | Education | $298.7M | $297.4M | 1944 | |
| POINT LOMA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY | Education | $252.3M | $188.0M | 1937 | |
| WELLCOME LEAP INC | Medical Research | $252.2M | $800K | 2020 | |
| YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY | Human Services | $250.6M | $347.3M | 1928 | |
| FRANCIS PARKER SCHOOL | Education | $246.6M | $57.9M | 1943 | |
| CASA DE LAS CAMPANAS INC | Human Services | $245.2M | $56.6M | 1996 | |
| SHARP CORONADO HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE CENTER | — | $238.5M | $193.3M | 1944 | |
| RADY CHILDRENS HOSPITAL FOUNDATION- SAN DIEGO | Philanthropy | $209.3M | $50.2M | 1986 | |
| AZTEC SHOPS LTD | Education | $201.8M | $122.2M | 1953 | |
| FHCSD HOLDINGS INC | Community Improvement | $194.5M | $7.9M | 2025 | |
| SHARP HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION | Health Care | $188.9M | $44.1M | 1980 | |
| HIGH TECH HIGH | Education | $179.0M | $105.9M | 1999 | |
| GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY | Employment | $160.9M | $171.0M | 1958 | |
| AVID CENTER | Education | $152.5M | $103.4M | 1997 | |
| SAN DIEGO IMPERIAL COUNTIES DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES INC | Human Services | $151.3M | $820.8M | 1982 | |
| PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF THE PACIFIC SOUTHWEST | Health Care | $150.0M | $117.4M | 1965 | |
| ESPERANZA HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | Housing & Shelter | $141.5M | $4.5M | 1992 | |
| COMMUNITY HOUSING WORKS | Housing & Shelter | $138.9M | $18.5M | 1992 | |
| HTH LEARNING | Education | $135.5M | $6.6M | 2002 | |
| SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY AND S P C A | Animal-Related | $133.0M | $78.0M | 1938 | |
| S V D P MANAGEMENT INC | Housing & Shelter | $132.0M | $33.2M | 1995 | |
| AMATEUR RADIO DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS | Arts & Culture | $128.2M | $10.9M | 2014 | |
| USS MIDWAY MUSEUM | Arts & Culture | $120.5M | $49.8M | 1998 | |
| RADY CHILDRENS HEALTH | Health Care | $118.7M | $70.1M | 1980 | |
| JACOBS & CUSHMAN SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK | Food & Agriculture | $116.3M | $142.2M | 2006 | |
| SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY FOUNDATION | Arts & Culture | $115.8M | $6.5M | 2003 | |
| SCRIPPS HEALTH PLAN SERVICES INC | Health Care | $113.0M | $706.5M | 2015 | |
| THE@CHILDRENS EDUCATION INITIATIVE | Education | $111.6M | $17.3M | 2020 | |
| COMMUNITY ELDERCARE OF SAN DIEGO | Human Services | $109.9M | $213.4M | 1999 | |
| WAKELAND HOUSING AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | Housing & Shelter | $109.3M | $22.9M | 1999 | |
| POINT LOMA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION | Education | $108.6M | $7.9M | 1963 | |
| DAVID C COPLEY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $104.5M | $22.0M | 1996 | |
| KASPERICK FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $104.4M | $23.3M | 2017 |
San Diego, CA has 6,480 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $49.7B. The most common category is Education, with 770 organizations. 714 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 46.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1925.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
11,500
Total Approved
$4.3B
Jobs Supported
133,469
Per 10K Residents
83.0
SBA loans
+30.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
294
Top Lender
U.S. Bank, National Association
1,603 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
9,875
Total Amount
$3.1B
Avg Loan
$318,341
Median Loan
$130,000
SBA Guaranteed
$2.3B(74%)
Jobs Supported
89,275
Loans
1,625
Total Amount
$1.2B
Avg Loan
$728,759
Median Loan
$538,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1,704
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$927.9M
21% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$544,532
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Over 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manta Building Technologies | 4 | $8.7M |
| Lotus Seafood Inc | 5 | $8.4M |
| Rincon Engineering Technologies | 3 | $7.5M |
| Gg Stones Unlimited Inc. | 3 | $7.0M |
| Crown Xpress Transport | 4 | $6.8M |
| Dye Precision Inc | 4 | $6.6M |
| H Cabinet Inc | 2 | $6.5M |
| Lucia Capital Group Llc | 3 | $6.4M |
| Yeng Midas Touch Inc | 3 | $6.2M |
| Boost Projects Inc. | 2 | $5.8M |
San Diego, CA has received 11,500 SBA loans totaling $4.3B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 9,875 loans (86% of the total), supporting 89,275 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1,625 loans totaling $1.2B. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in San Diego is U.S. Bank, National Association with 1,603 loans. That works out to 83.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
35
Total Population
1,144,738
Avg Median Income
-$152,306,872
Avg Home Value
-$151,730,944
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91902 | 17,445 | $121,727 | $916,100 | $2,252 | 11.2 |
| 91910 | 77,957 | $87,705 | $676,700 | $1,930 | 12.6 |
| 91942 | 40,920 | $81,262 | $689,300 | $1,934 | 5.8 |
| 91945 | 27,531 | $79,381 | $640,500 | $1,769 | 4.0 |
| 91950 | 57,173 | $63,858 | $580,700 | $1,600 | 7.3 |
| 91977 | 62,957 | $92,407 | $623,500 | $1,897 | 9.9 |
| 92101 | 48,163 | $90,477 | $740,500 | $2,351 | 5.4 |
| 92102 | 39,001 | $71,319 | $646,600 | $1,855 | 4.5 |
| 92103 | 34,817 | $96,887 | $986,800 | $2,020 | 3.7 |
| 92104 | 46,912 | $92,862 | $861,600 | $1,925 | 3.7 |
| 92105 | 71,284 | $65,174 | $593,800 | $1,687 | 5.8 |
| 92106 | 20,863 | $127,209 | $1,359,000 | $2,231 | 5.7 |
| 92107 | 29,789 | $107,262 | $1,218,200 | $2,208 | 3.0 |
| 92108 | 24,401 | $101,704 | $606,600 | $2,731 | 4.4 |
| 92109 | 44,456 | $118,300 | $1,136,000 | $2,362 | 7.6 |
| 92110 | 31,186 | $102,508 | $885,200 | $2,298 | 5.0 |
| 92111 | 45,888 | $95,081 | $754,300 | $2,049 | 8.5 |
| 92113 | 49,047 | $59,177 | $559,100 | $1,608 | 4.5 |
| 92114 | 64,820 | $90,171 | $604,300 | $1,741 | 8.3 |
| 92115 | 64,011 | $75,178 | $722,500 | $1,875 | 6.2 |
| 92116 | 31,484 | $95,775 | $898,500 | $1,903 | 3.4 |
| 92117 | 52,645 | $105,286 | $914,400 | $2,115 | 8.7 |
| 92118 | 18,495 | $135,056 | $1,998,900 | $3,250 | 7.7 |
| 92120 | 31,797 | $114,579 | $870,200 | $2,416 | 7.7 |
| 92123 | 32,999 | $121,856 | $799,600 | $2,798 | 8.6 |
| 92124 | 31,032 | $108,219 | $868,900 | $3,080 | 9.8 |
| 92132 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 92134 | 295 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 92135 | 1,013 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 92136 | 8,774 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.9 |
| 92139 | 34,780 | $92,381 | $598,500 | $2,107 | 3.6 |
| 92140 | 2,490 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 |
| 92147 | 172 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 92155 | 141 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 92182 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
San Diego, CA has 35 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,144,738. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$152,306,872. The average median home value is -$151,730,944. The average median monthly rent is -$152,379,295.
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