San Luis Obispo

CA

San Luis Obispo County, California

Population 282K |Median income $97,446 |3 hospitals

Population
281,555
San Luis Obispo County
Median Income
$97,446
+43% vs avg
Median Home Value
$824,700
+262% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
282K+3%
Median Income
$97,446+66%
Median Home Value
$824,700+93%
Poverty Rate
12.9%-10%
Unemployment
5.5%-35%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,992/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 5.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 39.8%
Work From Home 15.2%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 69.3%
Asian 3.7%
African American 1.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
31.8%
Short Sleep Duration
30.7%
Obesity
26.1%
Physical Inactivity
20.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Binge Drinking
16.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13%
Current Smoking
10.2%
Diabetes
10%
Current Asthma
9.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 68.9%
Annual Checkup 72.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.4%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
3
FRENCH HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
SAN LUIS OBISPO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
ADVENTIST HEALTH SIERRA VISTA
SAN LUIS OBISPO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ADVENTIST HEALTH TWIN CITIES
TEMPLETON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — San Luis Obispo Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of San Luis Obispo, CA? ▼
San Luis Obispo, CA has a population of 281,555 people, located in San Luis Obispo County, California.
What is the median household income in San Luis Obispo? ▼
The median household income in San Luis Obispo, CA is $97,446 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in San Luis Obispo? ▼
The median home value in San Luis Obispo, CA is $824,700. Median rent is $1,992/month.
What are the top health concerns in San Luis Obispo? ▼
The top health indicators in San Luis Obispo include High Blood Pressure (31.8%), Short Sleep Duration (30.7%), Obesity (26.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in San Luis Obispo? ▼
San Luis Obispo has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in San Luis Obispo? ▼
The median age in San Luis Obispo, CA is 40.4 years. 39.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

San Luis Obispo, CA is located in San Luis Obispo County, California. With a population of 282K and a median household income of $97,446, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the San Luis Obispo area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (San Luis Obispo County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.