Seaside

CA

Monterey County, California

Population 438K |Median income $97,230 |4 hospitals

Population
437,613
Monterey County
Median Income
$97,230
+43% vs avg
Median Home Value
$781,000
+243% vs avg
Median Age
35.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
438K+4%
Median Income
$97,230+64%
Median Home Value
$781,000+116%
Poverty Rate
12.7%-25%
Unemployment
5%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Poverty Rate
12.7% -11% vs avg
Unemployment 5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28.2%
Work From Home 9.8%
Public Transit 1.1%

Population

White 36.2%
Asian 5.7%
African American 2.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
33.9%
High Blood Pressure
32%
Obesity
31.1%
Physical Inactivity
27%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
15.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.7%
Diabetes
12.5%
Current Smoking
11.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.6%
Dental Visit 57.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
SALINAS VALLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
SALINAS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF THE MONTEREY PENINSULA
MONTEREY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
NATIVIDAD MEDICAL CENTER
SALINAS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Seaside Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m 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 Seaside, CA? ▼
Seaside, CA has a population of 437,613 people, located in Monterey County, California.
What is the median household income in Seaside? ▼
The median household income in Seaside, CA is $97,230 per year. The poverty rate is 12.7%.
What is the median home value in Seaside? ▼
The median home value in Seaside, CA is $781,000. Median rent is $2,055/month.
What are the top health concerns in Seaside? ▼
The top health indicators in Seaside include Short Sleep Duration (33.9%), High Blood Pressure (32%), Obesity (31.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Seaside? ▼
Seaside has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Seaside? ▼
The median age in Seaside, CA is 35.5 years. 28.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Seaside, CA is located in Monterey County, California. With a population of 438K and a median household income of $97,230, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Seaside 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 (Monterey 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.