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Relocation guide
Moving to Imperial Beach
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
25,897
Median age 35.2
Median household income
$79,071
Median rent
$1,914/mo
Median home value
$811,000
Schools
6
3 districts
Summer high / winter low
75° / 46°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.53% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in May, June, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 167% more than the US median ($811,000).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Imperial Beach?
Imperial Beach spans 1 zip code. Median home values range from $811,000 to $811,000 by zip.
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Life in Imperial Beach
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Is Imperial Beach a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.53% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in May, June, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Homes cost 167% more than the US median ($811,000).
How much do I need to earn to live in Imperial Beach?
The median household earns $79,071. Rent at the median ($1,914/month) is about 29% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $76,560 a year.
How many schools are in Imperial Beach?
6 public and private schools across 3 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Imperial Beach?
Highs average 75°F in August and lows 46°F in December. The most comfortable months are May, June, August.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.