Oceano 65 Good
Oceano Livability #393 ranked city in California#12,230 ranked city in the USARanks better than 58% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Oceano

PROS
  • Employment

    Higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates are seen in this area. The result is a high score in the employment category.

  • Health & Safety

    Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.

  • Ratings

    Based on recent surveys and polls, locals gave high marks in the walkability to local amenities, safety, public transit, friendliness of neighbors and overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Commute

    A low commute score could be due to longer-than-average work commutes and the limited availability of public transportation in this area.

  • Cost Of Living

    Living in this region comes with a high cost of living, translating to elevated costs for homes, goods and services, groceries, utilities, health care and transportation.

  • Crime

    This area reports elevated crime rates per 100,000 individuals, potentially pointing some areas being unsafe for its residents. Stats are based on both property and violent crimes.

  • Schools

    The low schools score could result from issues like below-average graduation rates, inadequate reading and math scores, and the unavailability of local elementary and high schools.

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What's it like Living in Oceano?

Oceano, California is a small city with a population of 7,601 people. In Oceano, there are 4,947 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (69% White). Given that fact, Oceano could be considered less diverse than other cities. Additionally, more than a quarter of the population of Oceano are of Hispanic or Latino origin, and 27% of the population also speak Spanish.

Living in Oceano can be a great experience for anyone relocating to the town. Having said that, in the state of California, there are many amazing places to live, so choose wisely! When searching for a new neighborhood, several factors play a vital role in determining its suitability. Safety should be a top priority, ensuring a secure environment with low crime rates. Proximity to your workplace or school helps minimize commuting time and allows for a better work-life balance. Availability of essential amenities such as parks, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities contributes to convenience and well-being. Access to reliable public transportation options facilitates easy commuting and connectivity. Additionally, considering the sense of community and the overall atmosphere that resonates with your lifestyle and preferences fosters a harmonious living experience. To help you find the best places to live in and around Oceano, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like crime, cost of living, employment and more.

Oceano has a livability score of 65 out of 100 and is ranked #378 in California and #10,448 in the USA. If we take a closer look at each of the categories on their own, we see that Oceano ranks well for employment (A-). There is at least one category that you should be aware of in Oceano. The following was graded with a disappointing score: amenities (D), crime (D-), cost of living (F) and education (D-).

The Oceano unemployment rate of 1.46% has continued to decrease over the years and is now well below the national average. The result could lead to reduced poverty and inequality in the area, higher wages and increased economic growth. This is a positive sign in the overall health of the local economy.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Oceano is actually affordable. The median home price for Oceano homes is $396,400, which is 3.2% lower than the California average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Oceano, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 6, which is 6.3% lower than the California average.

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      Oceano transportation information

      Statistic Oceano California National
      Average one way commute22min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work72.2%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool14.1%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit1.5%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle1.8%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk2.5%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home6.5%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Oceano, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).