Santa Cruz, CA
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Santa Cruz, CA

Looking to move to Santa Cruz, CA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Santa Cruz, CA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Santa Cruz, CA has a population of 63509. What about cost of living in Santa Cruz, CA? The median income in Santa Cruz, CA is $116,338 and the median home value is $1,013,547.

Read on to learn more about Santa Cruz, CA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Santa Cruz, CA

Average Temperatures

70 high / 47 low

Average Annual Rainfall

34 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Santa Cruz, California

Median Home Value
$1,013,547
Median Property Tax
$4,080
Total Population
63,509
Average Commute
16 min
Median Household Income
$116,338
Median Monthly Rent
$1,943

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