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Imperial Beach, CA


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Imperial Beach, California

Imperial Beach, California, in San Diego county, is 4 miles S of Chula Vista, California (center to center) and 9 miles S of San Diego, California. Part of the surrounding San Diego metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Imperial Beach is home to some 26,992 residents.

The People and Families of Imperial Beach

In Imperial Beach, about 44% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

The people of the city are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Imperial Beach had a median family income of $37,352.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($2,200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Imperial Beach. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Imperial Beach Housing

According to the 2000 census, 30% of the housing in Imperial Beach was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Imperial Beach, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Imperial Beach, 85% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Imperial Beach.

High Points

Imperial Beach strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 12%Imperial Beach Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Imperial Beach Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Imperial Beach Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Imperial Beach, CA

Comparing Imperial Beach to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Male Share of the Population98
Racial Diversity98
Well-Paid Single Men24
Senior Citizens22
Female Share of the Population23
Age of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size86
Portion of People Married43

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty23
People in Middle Class or Better23
Median Family Income23
College Educated Adults13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work98
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home75
Short Commute Times35

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Affordability of Property Taxes87
Housing Recently Built54
Affordability of Rents56
People Living Alone36

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime65
Low Violent Crime22

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