Seaside

Seaside

A growing, affording Peninsula option.

Welcome to Seaside

Seaside, a small city situated toward the northern portion of the Monterey Peninsula, offers an affordable alternative with scenic oceanfront views similar to Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Residents enjoy easy access to Monterey Bay's sandy shores, Fort Ord Dunes State Park, and the Bayonet and Black Horse Golf courses. Seaside is conveniently located near Monterey, Pebble Beach, Carmel, and Carmel Valley's wineries and hiking opportunities.
 
With an established character dating back to its founding in 1887, Seaside's diverse older neighborhoods provide a range of housing options, from affordable homes built in the '60s and '70s to larger single-family homes near the golf courses. The city boasts some of the area’s most reasonably priced housing options and houses educational institutions like California State University and the Monterey College of Law. It's a value-packed coastal living choice just a short drive from Carmel-by-the-Sea and two hours from San Francisco.

Overview for Seaside, CA

32,631 people live in Seaside, where the median age is 33.9 and the average individual income is $29,506. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,631

Total Population

33.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$29,506

Average individual Income

Around Seaside, CA

There's plenty to do around Seaside, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

20
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
32
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Freedom Bakery, Trader Joe's, and Moto-Espresso Coffee Carts.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.4 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.96 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 4.17 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 2.11 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.46 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.43 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Seaside, CA

Seaside has 10,321 households, with an average household size of 3.05. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Seaside do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,631 people call Seaside home. The population density is 3,656.81 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,631

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.9

Median Age

50.08 / 49.92%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
10,321

Total Households

3.05

Average Household Size

$29,506

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Seaside, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Seaside. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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