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162,783
TOTAL POPULATION
83,175
MALE POPULATION
79,608
FEMALE POPULATION
104.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.7
MEDIAN AGE
4.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,344
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,338
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$84,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,478
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
74,174
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Salinas Zip Codes

Salinas Area Codes

Race in Salinas

The most populous races in Salinas are Hispanic or Latino (130,548 | 80.2%), Some other Race (92,686 | 56.9%), and White / Caucasian (40,901 | 25.1%).
Race in Salinas
Race# Population% Population
Asian9,0145.5%
Black / African American1,9871.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific820.1%
Hispanic or Latino130,54880.2%
Native / Alaskan1,7371.1%
White / Caucasian40,90125.1%
Two or more Races16,37610.1%
Some other Race92,68656.9%
Total162,783100.0%

Ancestry in Salinas

The most populous ancestries reported in Salinas are Mexican (120,904 | 74.3%), Korean (6,935 | 4.3%), Central American (5,064 | 3.1%), Salvadoran (3,983 | 2.5%), and German (3,669 | 2.2%), together accounting for 86.3% of all Salinas residents.
Ancestry in Salinas
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan130.0%
African1550.1%
American1,8291.1%
Apache2020.1%
Arab3720.2%
Argentinean8220.5%
Armenian150.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac250.0%
Australian100.0%
Austrian190.0%
Bangladeshi750.1%
Basque100.0%
Belizean220.0%
Bhutanese1,0290.6%
Blackfeet2350.1%
Brazilian1270.1%
British1200.1%
Bulgarian80.0%
Burmese4940.3%
Canadian350.0%
Celtic70.0%
Central American5,0643.1%
Central American Indian1160.1%
Cherokee1710.1%
Chippewa40.0%
Choctaw1360.1%
Colombian840.1%
Comanche220.0%
Cree120.0%
Croatian600.0%
Cuban2120.1%
Czech1920.1%
Czechoslovakian370.0%
Danish4810.3%
Dominican440.0%
Dutch3720.2%
Eastern European1360.1%
Ecuadorian760.1%
Egyptian70.0%
English3,5422.2%
European5570.3%
Finnish310.0%
French5390.3%
French Canadian1130.1%
German3,6692.2%
Greek350.0%
Guamanian / Chamorro920.1%
Guatemalan4730.3%
Haitian1180.1%
Honduran3580.2%
Hungarian780.1%
Icelander60.0%
Indian (Asian)1,4870.9%
Indonesian900.1%
Inupiat260.0%
Iranian930.1%
Irish2,7781.7%
Italian2,8221.7%
Kiowa200.0%
Korean6,9354.3%
Lithuanian110.0%
Luxembourger130.0%
Malaysian340.0%
Mexican120,90474.3%
Mexican American Indian1,0920.7%
Moroccan80.0%
Native Hawaiian1330.1%
Navajo140.0%
Nicaraguan2010.1%
Nigerian70.0%
Northern European510.0%
Norwegian5150.3%
Osage40.0%
Paiute740.1%
Pakistani1340.1%
Panamanian490.0%
Peruvian780.1%
Polish6940.4%
Portuguese1,2200.7%
Potawatomi340.0%
Puerto Rican1,1320.7%
Romanian410.0%
Russian4460.3%
Salvadoran3,9832.5%
Samoan1180.1%
Scandinavian1280.1%
Scotch-Irish2060.1%
Scottish5270.3%
Shoshone30.0%
Sioux90.0%
Slovak290.0%
Slovene80.0%
Somali110.0%
South African120.0%
South American1,2160.7%
Spaniard5400.3%
Spanish3530.2%
Sri Lankan5260.3%
Subsaharan African1850.1%
Swedish4750.3%
Swiss4300.3%
Syrian280.0%
Thai4670.3%
Tohono O'Odham100.0%
Uruguayan1560.1%
Ute500.0%
Welsh980.1%
Yaqui1710.1%
Yugoslavian330.0%
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Immigrants in Salinas

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Salinas came from Latin America (53,843 | 33.1%), Central America (53,183 | 32.7%), Mexico (49,073 | 30.1%), Asia (4,355 | 2.7%), and El Salvador (3,193 | 2.0%), together accounting for 100.5% of all Salinas residents.
Immigrants in Salinas
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1860.1%
Argentina1400.1%
Asia4,3552.7%
Australia380.0%
Bangladesh130.0%
Belize220.0%
Brazil1380.1%
Bulgaria80.0%
Canada870.1%
Caribbean1190.1%
Central America53,18332.7%
China4790.3%
Colombia760.1%
Cuba610.0%
Dominica80.0%
Dominican Republic270.0%
Eastern Africa330.0%
Eastern Asia8980.5%
Eastern Europe2500.2%
Ecuador760.1%
Egypt70.0%
El Salvador3,1932.0%
England450.0%
Ethiopia110.0%
Europe8330.5%
Fiji100.0%
France700.0%
Germany1760.1%
Greece80.0%
Guatemala3780.2%
Honduras2720.2%
India1830.1%
Indonesia120.0%
Iran990.1%
Iraq110.0%
Ireland150.0%
Israel110.0%
Italy180.0%
Jamaica230.0%
Japan960.1%
Korea2970.2%
Latin America53,84333.1%
Mexico49,07330.1%
Moldova90.0%
Morocco80.0%
Netherlands530.0%
Nicaragua2220.1%
Nigeria250.0%
Northern Africa590.0%
Northern Europe1190.1%
Norway70.0%
Oceania480.0%
Pakistan100.0%
Panama230.0%
Peru1110.1%
Philippines2,6281.6%
Poland230.0%
Portugal840.1%
Romania410.0%
Russia620.0%
Scotland180.0%
Singapore90.0%
South America5410.3%
South Central Asia3050.2%
South Eastern Asia2,9661.8%
Southern Europe1650.1%
Spain550.0%
Syria190.0%
Taiwan160.0%
Thailand870.1%
Uganda100.0%
Vietnam2210.1%
Western Africa490.0%
Western Asia1770.1%
Western Europe2990.2%
Yemen1360.1%
Zimbabwe120.0%
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Sex and Age in Salinas

Sex and Age in Salinas

The most populous age groups in Salinas are 10 to 14 Years (7,722 | 9.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (6,672 | 8.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6,644 (8.0%)6,622 (8.3%)
5 to 9 Years7,086 (8.5%)6,096 (7.7%)
10 to 14 Years7,722 (9.3%)6,672 (8.4%)
15 to 19 Years7,299 (8.8%)6,056 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years5,889 (7.1%)5,768 (7.2%)
25 to 29 Years5,607 (6.7%)6,002 (7.5%)
30 to 34 Years6,780 (8.2%)5,563 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years6,282 (7.5%)5,999 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years5,331 (6.4%)5,050 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years5,222 (6.3%)4,514 (5.7%)
50 to 54 Years4,550 (5.5%)4,559 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years4,461 (5.4%)4,204 (5.3%)
60 to 64 Years3,167 (3.8%)3,567 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years2,688 (3.2%)2,863 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years1,651 (2.0%)1,841 (2.3%)
75 to 79 Years928 (1.1%)1,327 (1.7%)
80 to 84 Years694 (0.8%)1,212 (1.5%)
85 Years and over1,174 (1.4%)1,693 (2.1%)
Total83,175 (100.0%)79,608 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Salinas

Median Family Size in Salinas

The median family size in Salinas is 4.14 persons per family, with married-couple families (22,129 | 65.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,993 | 11.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.59 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Salinas
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple22,129 (65.0%)4.32
Single Male/Father3,993 (11.7%)3.59
Single Female/Mother7,916 (23.3%)3.89
Total Families34,038 (100.0%)4.14

Median Household Size in Salinas

The median household size in Salinas is 3.73 persons per household, with single female/mother households (7,916 | 18.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.41 persons per household. non-family households (9,035 | 21.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.35 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Salinas
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple22,129 (51.4%)4.38
Single Male/Father3,993 (9.3%)4.16
Single Female/Mother7,916 (18.4%)4.41
Non-family9,035 (21.0%)1.35
Total Households43,073 (100.0%)3.73

Household Size by Marriage Status in Salinas

Out of a total of 43,073 households in Salinas, 34,038 (79.0%) are family households, while 9,035 (21.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 8,204, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,903.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Salinas
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-6,903 (16.0%)
2-Person Households7,233 (16.8%)1,652 (3.8%)
3-Person Households6,050 (14.1%)254 (0.6%)
4-Person Households8,204 (19.1%)61 (0.1%)
5-Person Households5,932 (13.8%)106 (0.3%)
6-Person Households3,196 (7.4%)42 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households3,423 (8.0%)17 (0.0%)
Total34,038 (79.0%)9,035 (21.0%)

Female Fertility in Salinas

Fertility by Age in Salinas

Average fertility rate in Salinas is 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Salinas
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years84 (4.8%)14.0
20 to 34 years1,133 (65.0%)65.0
35 to 50 years527 (30.2%)32.0
Total1,744 (100.0%)44.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salinas

57.9% of women with births (1,744) in Salinas are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 28.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Salinas
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years630 (55.6%)503 (44.4%)
35 to 50 years379 (71.9%)148 (28.1%)
Total1,010 (57.9%)734 (42.1%)

Fertility by Education in Salinas

Average fertility rate in Salinas is 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 57.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 32.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Salinas
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School565 (32.4%)42.0
High School Diploma435 (24.9%)44.0
College or Associate's Degree520 (29.8%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree165 (9.5%)41.0
Graduate Degree59 (3.4%)57.0
Total1,744 (100.0%)44.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salinas

42.1% of women with births in Salinas are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 64.4% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 51.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Salinas
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School326 (57.7%)239 (42.3%)
High School Diploma212 (48.7%)223 (51.3%)
College or Associate's Degree335 (64.4%)185 (35.6%)
Bachelor's Degree101 (61.2%)64 (38.8%)
Graduate Degree35 (59.3%)24 (40.7%)
Total1,010 (57.9%)734 (42.1%)

Income in Salinas

Income Overview in Salinas

Per Capita Income in Salinas is $27,344, while median incomes of families and households are $84,338 and $84,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income162,783$27,344
Median Family Income34,038$84,338
Mean Family Income34,038$103,535
Median Household Income43,073$84,250
Mean Household Income43,073$102,219
Income Deficit34,038$10,478
Wage / Income Gap (%)162,78318.20%
Wage / Income Gap ($)162,78381.80¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index162,7830.41

Earnings by Sex in Salinas

Average Earnings in Salinas are $34,386, $37,027 for men and $30,288 for women, a difference of 18.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Salinas
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male44,026 (54.8%)$37,027
Female36,301 (45.2%)$30,288
Total80,327 (100.0%)$34,386

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salinas

The most common earnings brackets in Salinas are $100,000+ for men (4,527 | 10.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (3,415 | 9.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Salinas
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,145 (2.6%)1,244 (3.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999652 (1.5%)912 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499820 (1.9%)1,223 (3.4%)
$7,500 to $9,999611 (1.4%)1,058 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,152 (2.6%)1,402 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,999853 (1.9%)1,566 (4.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,427 (3.2%)2,095 (5.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,424 (3.2%)1,449 (4.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,443 (5.6%)2,019 (5.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,248 (5.1%)1,638 (4.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9994,094 (9.3%)3,415 (9.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9993,608 (8.2%)2,625 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9993,033 (6.9%)2,447 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,458 (5.6%)1,878 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,695 (6.1%)1,753 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,163 (4.9%)1,416 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,991 (6.8%)2,202 (6.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,957 (4.4%)1,061 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,725 (8.5%)1,979 (5.4%)
$100,000+4,527 (10.3%)2,919 (8.0%)
Total44,026 (100.0%)36,301 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salinas

Average earnings in Salinas are $41,576 for men and $34,652 for women, a difference of 16.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $105,898, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,880. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $93,125, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,193.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Salinas
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$32,880$23,193
High School Diploma$45,125$33,535
College or Associate's Degree$51,550$44,133
Bachelor's Degree$81,925$63,261
Graduate Degree$105,898$93,125
Total$41,576$34,652

Family Income in Salinas

Family Income Brackets in Salinas

According to the Salinas family income data, there are 6,740 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 579 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Salinas
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0008172.4%
$10,000 to $14,9995791.7%
$15,000 to $24,9992,2476.6%
$25,000 to $34,9992,3156.8%
$35,000 to $49,9993,54010.4%
$50,000 to $74,9995,51416.2%
$75,000 to $99,9995,71816.8%
$100,000 to $149,9996,74019.8%
$150,000 to $199,9993,3029.7%
$200,000+3,2689.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salinas

7+ person families (2,477 | 7.3%) account for the highest median family income in Salinas with $121,016 per family, while 2-person families (8,392 | 24.6%) have the highest median income of $36,239 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Salinas
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families8,392 (24.6%)$72,478
3-Person Families6,647 (19.5%)$73,011
4-Person Families8,152 (23.9%)$81,537
5-Person Families5,433 (16.0%)$94,593
6-Person Families2,937 (8.6%)$93,406
7+ Person Families2,477 (7.3%)$121,016
Total34,038 (100.0%)$84,338

Family Income by Number of Earners in Salinas

The median family income in Salinas is $84,338, with families comprising 3+ earners (9,185) having the highest median family income of $127,430, while families with no earners (3,105) have the lowest median family income of $26,008, accounting for 27.0% and 9.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Salinas
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3,105 (9.1%)$26,008
1 Earner10,066 (29.6%)$52,602
2 Earners11,682 (34.3%)$89,142
3+ Earners9,185 (27.0%)$127,430
Total34,038 (100.0%)$84,338

Household Income in Salinas

Household Income Brackets in Salinas

With 8,959 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Salinas, accounting for 20.8% of all households. In contrast, only 1,206 households (2.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Salinas
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,2062.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991,3353.1%
$15,000 to $24,9992,7146.3%
$25,000 to $34,9992,5846.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994,35010.1%
$50,000 to $74,9997,10716.5%
$75,000 to $99,9996,63315.4%
$100,000 to $149,9998,95920.8%
$150,000 to $199,9993,9209.1%
$200,000+4,2219.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Salinas

The median household income in Salinas is $84,250, with the highest median household income of $103,070 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 16,353 households (38.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $57,596, with 8,540 households (19.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Salinas
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,035 (2.4%)$65,550
25 to 44 Years17,145 (39.8%)$80,630
45 to 64 Years16,353 (38.0%)$103,070
65+ Years8,540 (19.8%)$57,596
Total43,073 (100.0%)$84,250

Poverty in Salinas

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas

With 12.8% poverty level for males and 15.7% for females among the residents of Salinas, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 316 males (25.0%) and 329 females (31.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,070 (16.4%)1,602 (24.8%)
5 Years316 (25.0%)329 (31.7%)
6 to 11 Years1,711 (20.4%)1,544 (20.9%)
12 to 14 Years977 (20.1%)731 (17.6%)
15 Years237 (16.5%)236 (18.9%)
16 and 17 Years705 (24.7%)393 (17.7%)
18 to 24 Years887 (10.0%)1,252 (15.0%)
25 to 34 Years1,233 (10.0%)1,690 (14.6%)
35 to 44 Years1,129 (9.9%)1,592 (14.4%)
45 to 54 Years751 (7.7%)957 (10.5%)
55 to 64 Years497 (6.6%)815 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years467 (10.9%)540 (11.6%)
75 Years and over552 (20.1%)685 (16.9%)
Total10,532 (12.8%)12,366 (15.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas

According to the poverty statistics in Salinas, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.4% of males and 89.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,442 (83.6%)4,848 (75.2%)
5 Years948 (75.0%)708 (68.3%)
6 to 11 Years6,672 (79.6%)5,859 (79.1%)
12 to 14 Years3,896 (79.9%)3,410 (82.4%)
15 Years1,197 (83.5%)1,013 (81.1%)
16 and 17 Years2,152 (75.3%)1,822 (82.3%)
18 to 24 Years7,950 (90.0%)7,107 (85.0%)
25 to 34 Years11,062 (90.0%)9,875 (85.4%)
35 to 44 Years10,306 (90.1%)9,457 (85.6%)
45 to 54 Years8,946 (92.3%)8,116 (89.4%)
55 to 64 Years7,047 (93.4%)6,929 (89.5%)
65 to 74 Years3,810 (89.1%)4,127 (88.4%)
75 Years and over2,190 (79.9%)3,368 (83.1%)
Total71,618 (87.2%)66,639 (84.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salinas

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Salinas show that 7.1% or 1,575 of the total 22,129 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 30.3%, comprising of 137 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.0%, which includes 463 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Salinas
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children8,842 (95.0%)463 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children8,464 (93.6%)581 (6.4%)
3 or 4 Children2,933 (88.2%)394 (11.8%)
5 or more Children315 (69.7%)137 (30.3%)
Total20,554 (92.9%)1,575 (7.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salinas

According to the poverty data in Salinas, 12.4% or 497 single-father households and 25.6% or 2,026 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 180 households (35.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 117 households (65.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Salinas
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children130 (8.4%)238 (8.6%)
1 or 2 Children187 (9.9%)807 (23.0%)
3 or 4 Children180 (35.2%)864 (59.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)117 (65.7%)
Total497 (12.4%)2,026 (25.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salinas

The poverty data for Salinas shows that 1,575 of the married-couple family households (7.1%) and 2,523 of the single-parent households (21.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 137 households (30.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 1,044 household (53.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Salinas
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children463 (5.0%)368 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children581 (6.4%)994 (18.4%)
3 or 4 Children394 (11.8%)1,044 (53.0%)
5 or more Children137 (30.3%)117 (51.1%)
Total1,575 (7.1%)2,523 (21.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Salinas

Employment by Class of Employer in Salinas

Among the 68,787 employed individuals in Salinas, private company employees (51,317 | 74.6%), local government employees (5,276 | 7.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (3,643 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Salinas
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees51,31774.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,1441.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3,6435.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,2644.8%
Local Government Employees5,2767.7%
State Government Employees2,8554.2%
Federal Government Employees1,0361.5%
Unpaid Family Workers2520.4%
Total68,787100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Salinas

According to the labor force statistics for Salinas, out of the total population over 16 years of age (119,251), 62.2% or 74,174 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 3,709 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 77.7% or 9,020 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.0% or 202 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Salinas
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,880 (27.0%)202 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years8,580 (73.6%)532 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years9,020 (77.7%)613 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years9,331 (75.6%)532 (5.7%)
35 to 44 Years17,540 (77.4%)649 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years14,416 (76.5%)649 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years5,918 (68.3%)320 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years3,596 (53.4%)140 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years2,613 (28.9%)76 (2.9%)
75 Years and over267 (3.8%)6 (2.3%)
Total74,174 (62.2%)3,709 (5.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salinas

According to labor force statistics for Salinas, 74.0% of individuals (59,835) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (80,858) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 2,872 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.3% or 9,993 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.7% or 1,145 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Salinas
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School20,081 (65.2%)1,756 (5.7%)
High School Diploma14,071 (73.3%)768 (4.0%)
College / Associate Degree15,701 (82.0%)804 (4.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher9,993 (85.3%)621 (5.3%)
Total59,835 (74.0%)3,881 (4.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Salinas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salinas are Community & Social Service (4,653 | 6.6%), Management (4,635 | 6.6%), Education Instruction & Library (2,905 | 4.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,541 | 3.6%), and Business & Financial (1,824 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Salinas

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Salinas, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (73.8%), Architecture & Engineering (71.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (76.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (75.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,304 (49.7%)2,331 (50.3%)
Business & Financial898 (49.2%)926 (50.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,214 (67.9%)574 (32.1%)
Computers & Mathematics389 (59.9%)260 (40.1%)
Architecture & Engineering454 (71.4%)182 (28.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science371 (73.8%)132 (26.2%)
Community & Social Service 1,544 (33.2%)3,109 (66.8%)
Education, Arts & Media194 (24.4%)600 (75.6%)
Legal Services & Support98 (41.9%)136 (58.1%)
Education Instruction & Library845 (29.1%)2,060 (70.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment407 (56.5%)313 (43.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating612 (24.1%)1,929 (75.9%)
Health Technologists365 (23.4%)1,196 (76.6%)
Total (Category)6,572 (42.6%)8,869 (57.4%)
Total (Overall)39,155 (55.6%)31,234 (44.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Salinas are Food Preparation & Serving (3,717 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (3,499 | 5.0%), Healthcare Support (3,334 | 4.7%), Security & Protection (1,822 | 2.6%), and Personal Care & Service (1,355 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Salinas

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Salinas, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.2%), Security & Protection (81.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (87.4%), Healthcare Support (81.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support605 (18.1%)2,729 (81.9%)
Security & Protection1,491 (81.8%)331 (18.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention628 (75.5%)204 (24.5%)
Law Enforcement863 (87.2%)127 (12.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,780 (47.9%)1,937 (52.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,410 (68.9%)1,089 (31.1%)
Personal Care & Service171 (12.6%)1,184 (87.4%)
Total (Category)6,457 (47.0%)7,270 (53.0%)
Total (Overall)39,155 (55.6%)31,234 (44.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Salinas are Office & Administration (7,008 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (6,652 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Salinas

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3,136 (47.1%)3,516 (52.9%)
Office & Administration1,652 (23.6%)5,356 (76.4%)
Total (Category)4,788 (35.0%)8,872 (64.9%)
Total (Overall)39,155 (55.6%)31,234 (44.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Salinas are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9,427 | 13.4%), Construction & Extraction (4,592 | 6.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,258 | 3.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Salinas

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5,987 (63.5%)3,440 (36.5%)
Construction & Extraction4,546 (99.0%)46 (1.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,221 (98.4%)37 (1.6%)
Total (Category)12,754 (78.4%)3,523 (21.6%)
Total (Overall)39,155 (55.6%)31,234 (44.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Salinas are Material Moving (5,212 | 7.4%), Production (3,158 | 4.5%), and Transportation (2,914 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Salinas

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Salinas
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,379 (75.3%)779 (24.7%)
Transportation2,570 (88.2%)344 (11.8%)
Material Moving3,635 (69.7%)1,577 (30.3%)
Total (Category)8,584 (76.1%)2,700 (23.9%)
Total (Overall)39,155 (55.6%)31,234 (44.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Salinas

Employment Industries in Salinas

The major employment industries in Salinas include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (13,588 | 19.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (8,022 | 11.4%), Retail Trade (7,515 | 10.7%), Construction (5,411 | 7.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (5,347 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Salinas

Employment Industries by Sex in Salinas

The Salinas industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (93.9%), and Transportation & Warehousing (83.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.4%), and Finance & Insurance (68.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Salinas
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8,821 (64.9%)4,767 (35.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction5,081 (93.9%)330 (6.1%)
Manufacturing3,021 (71.5%)1,206 (28.5%)
Wholesale Trade1,599 (68.2%)744 (31.8%)
Retail Trade3,945 (52.5%)3,570 (47.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,982 (83.1%)402 (16.9%)
Utilities468 (79.9%)118 (20.1%)
Information409 (60.8%)264 (39.2%)
Finance & Insurance290 (31.2%)638 (68.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing287 (48.1%)310 (51.9%)
Professional & Scientific1,090 (45.0%)1,331 (55.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support2,887 (69.2%)1,287 (30.8%)
Educational Services1,700 (34.7%)3,197 (65.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,490 (18.6%)6,532 (81.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation446 (60.3%)294 (39.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services2,412 (45.1%)2,935 (54.9%)
Public Administration1,454 (44.7%)1,797 (55.3%)
Total39,155 (55.6%)31,234 (44.4%)

Education in Salinas

School Enrollment in Salinas

The most common levels of schooling among the 47,815 students in Salinas are high school (11,993 | 25.1%), middle school (10,863 | 22.7%), and elementary school (10,302 | 21.5%).
School Enrollment in Salinas
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,1354.5%
Kindergarten2,4565.1%
Elementary School10,30221.5%
Middle School10,86322.7%
High School11,99325.1%
College / Undergraduate8,86118.5%
Graduate / Professional1,2052.5%
Total47,815100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salinas

Out of a total of 47,815 students who are enrolled in schools in Salinas, 2,295 (4.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 45,520 (95.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 243 (19.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,762 (98.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Salinas
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,568 (85.5%)266 (14.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old11,993 (96.7%)413 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds13,957 (97.7%)336 (2.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds7,229 (94.9%)391 (5.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,762 (98.3%)64 (1.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4,168 (96.0%)176 (4.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,827 (81.5%)414 (18.5%)
35 Years and over1,008 (80.6%)243 (19.4%)
Total45,520 (95.2%)2,295 (4.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salinas

Business (2,436 | 15.7%), science & technology (1,701 | 11.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,463 | 9.5%), social sciences (1,459 | 9.4%), and education (1,392 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 15,477 individuals in Salinas who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Salinas
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics8865.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,4639.5%
Physical & Health Sciences3812.5%
Psychology8475.5%
Social Sciences1,4599.4%
Engineering8725.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies1210.8%
Science & Technology1,70111.0%
Business2,43615.7%
Education1,3929.0%
Literature & Languages5753.7%
Liberal Arts & History1,1777.6%
Visual & Performing Arts5993.9%
Communications4763.1%
Arts & Humanities1,0927.1%
Total15,477100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Salinas

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salinas

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Salinas are males with 2 vehicles (13,011, accounting for 33.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (9,593, making up 43.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Salinas
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle648 (1.7%)571 (1.9%)
1 Vehicle5,692 (14.7%)4,918 (16.4%)
2 Vehicles13,011 (33.7%)9,593 (31.9%)
3 Vehicles9,893 (25.6%)7,877 (26.2%)
4 Vehicles5,013 (13.0%)3,903 (13.0%)
5 or more Vehicles4,367 (11.3%)3,222 (10.7%)
Total38,624 (100.0%)30,084 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Salinas

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Salinas are 20 to 24 minutes (18,275 commuters, 27.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (11,264 commuters, 17.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (7,053 commuters, 10.6%).
Commute Time in Salinas
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7751.2%
5 to 9 Minutes4,3226.5%
10 to 14 Minutes7,05310.6%
15 to 19 Minutes11,26417.0%
20 to 24 Minutes18,27527.6%
25 to 29 Minutes3,7035.6%
30 to 34 Minutes6,4719.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1,7182.6%
40 to 44 Minutes3,8575.8%
45 to 59 Minutes4,1776.3%
60 to 89 Minutes2,6854.1%
90 or more Minutes1,9583.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Salinas

The most common commute times in Salinas are 20 to 24 minutes (10,682 commuters, 28.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (7,593 commuters, 26.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Salinas
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes285 (0.8%)490 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,913 (5.1%)2,409 (8.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes3,394 (9.0%)3,659 (12.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes5,625 (15.0%)5,639 (19.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes10,682 (28.4%)7,593 (26.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,275 (6.0%)1,428 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes4,118 (11.0%)2,353 (8.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,192 (3.2%)526 (1.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes2,170 (5.8%)1,687 (5.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes2,704 (7.2%)1,473 (5.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,851 (4.9%)834 (2.9%)
90 or more Minutes1,386 (3.7%)572 (2.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salinas

The most frequent times of departure to work in Salinas are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (6,682, 17.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (4,815, 16.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Salinas
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3,365 (8.9%)1,850 (6.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3,490 (9.3%)1,252 (4.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,480 (3.9%)1,197 (4.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM6,179 (16.4%)2,604 (9.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,200 (8.5%)1,936 (6.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6,682 (17.8%)4,815 (16.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2,990 (8.0%)3,122 (10.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3,100 (8.3%)4,193 (14.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM729 (1.9%)934 (3.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,505 (4.0%)1,967 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,166 (3.1%)1,329 (4.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM272 (0.7%)518 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,859 (4.9%)1,440 (5.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,578 (4.2%)1,506 (5.2%)
Total37,595 (100.0%)28,663 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Salinas

Occupancy by Ownership in Salinas

Of the total 43,073 dwellings in Salinas, owner-occupied units account for 20,279 (47.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 22,794 (52.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Salinas
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units20,27947.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units22,79452.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units43,073100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Salinas

Occupancy by Household Size in Salinas
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6,90316.0%
2-Person Household8,88520.6%
3-Person Household6,30414.6%
4+ Person Household20,98148.7%
Total Housing Units43,073100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salinas

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Salinas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household3,082 (44.7%)3,821 (55.3%)
2-Person Household5,112 (57.5%)3,773 (42.5%)
3-Person Household3,211 (50.9%)3,093 (49.1%)
4+ Person Household8,874 (42.3%)12,107 (57.7%)
Total Housing Units20,279 (47.1%)22,794 (52.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salinas

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Salinas
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4,936 (33.5%)9,784 (66.5%)
High School Diploma4,055 (46.2%)4,714 (53.8%)
College/Associate Degree5,973 (50.6%)5,837 (49.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5,315 (68.4%)2,459 (31.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salinas

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Salinas
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8,04018.7%
35 to 44 Years10,14023.5%
45 to 54 Years9,22721.4%
55 to 64 Years7,12616.5%
65 to 74 Years4,79411.1%
75 to 84 Years2,1565.0%
85 Years and Over1,5903.7%
Total43,073100.0%

Housing Finances in Salinas

Median Income by Occupancy in Salinas

Median Income by Occupancy in Salinas
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied20,279 (47.1%)$107,679
Renter-Occupied22,794 (52.9%)$64,509
Average43,073 (100.0%)$84,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salinas

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Salinas
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000175 (0.9%)478 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $9,999137 (0.7%)421 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999292 (1.4%)1,049 (4.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999291 (1.4%)852 (3.7%)
$20,000 to $24,999275 (1.4%)1,281 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999985 (4.9%)1,617 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,251 (6.2%)3,091 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,635 (13.0%)4,489 (19.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,148 (15.5%)3,498 (15.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,180 (25.5%)3,775 (16.6%)
$150,000 or more5,910 (29.1%)2,243 (9.8%)
Total20,279 (100.0%)22,794 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salinas

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Salinas
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300728 (3.6%)262 (1.1%)
$300 to $4991,411 (7.0%)654 (2.9%)
$500 to $7992,631 (13.0%)841 (3.7%)
$800 to $9991,171 (5.8%)1,050 (4.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4992,788 (13.8%)4,082 (17.9%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,324 (11.5%)7,348 (32.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,320 (16.4%)5,271 (23.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9992,305 (11.4%)1,961 (8.6%)
$3,000 or more3,601 (17.8%)968 (4.3%)
Total20,279 (100.0%)22,794 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Salinas

Housing Structures in Salinas

Housing Structures in Salinas
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached24,62657.2%
Single Unit, Attached2,4885.8%
2 Unit Apartments8912.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,5565.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,5778.3%
10 or more Apartments6,83515.9%
Mobile Home / Other2,1004.9%
Total43,073100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salinas

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Salinas
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached17,392 (70.6%)7,234 (29.4%)
Single Unit, Attached1,031 (41.4%)1,457 (58.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)891 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments255 (10.0%)2,301 (90.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments23 (0.6%)3,554 (99.4%)
10 or more Apartments101 (1.5%)6,734 (98.5%)
Mobile Home / Other1,477 (70.3%)623 (29.7%)
Total20,279 (47.1%)22,794 (52.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salinas

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Salinas
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room146 (0.7%)1,100 (4.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms715 (3.5%)5,428 (23.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms8,283 (40.8%)12,841 (56.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms7,729 (38.1%)2,609 (11.5%)
8 or more Rooms3,406 (16.8%)816 (3.6%)
Total20,279 (100.0%)22,794 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salinas

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Salinas
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas11,697 (57.7%)6,082 (26.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas58 (0.3%)316 (1.4%)
Electricity7,750 (38.2%)15,339 (67.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels410 (2.0%)169 (0.7%)
No Fuel Used364 (1.8%)888 (3.9%)
Total20,279 (100.0%)22,794 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Salinas

Household Vehicle Usage in Salinas
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle354 (1.8%)1,816 (8.0%)
1 Vehicle3,544 (17.5%)7,784 (34.2%)
2 Vehicles7,069 (34.9%)8,297 (36.4%)
3 or more Vehicles9,312 (45.9%)4,897 (21.5%)
Total20,279 (100.0%)22,794 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Salinas

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Salinas

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6,61413,665
Median Property Value$513,600$593,800
Median Household Income$82,025$4,666
Monthly Housing Costs$622$3,582
Real Estate Taxes$2,629$146

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salinas

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Salinas
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000278 (4.2%)183 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999240 (3.6%)154 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,044 (15.8%)562 (4.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,611 (24.4%)3,183 (23.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9992,464 (37.2%)7,333 (53.7%)
$750,000 to $999,999824 (12.5%)1,999 (14.6%)
$1,000,000 or more153 (2.3%)251 (1.8%)
Total6,614 (100.0%)13,665 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salinas

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Salinas
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000182 (2.8%)167 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $24,999455 (6.9%)130 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999674 (10.2%)403 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999642 (9.7%)311 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,150 (17.4%)609 (4.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,069 (16.2%)1,485 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,198 (18.1%)2,079 (15.2%)
$150,000 or more1,244 (18.8%)3,982 (29.1%)
Total6,614 (100.0%)13,665 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salinas

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Salinas
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,212 (18.3%)118,823 (869.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x633 (9.6%)1,256 (9.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x774 (11.7%)1,889 (13.8%)
4.0x or more3,928 (59.4%)2,415 (17.7%)
Total6,614 (100.0%)13,665 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salinas

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Salinas
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800877 (13.3%)62 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,4991,183 (17.9%)532 (3.9%)
$800 to $1,4994,037 (61.0%)807 (5.9%)
Total6,614 (100.0%)13,665 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years15,201 (97.4%)400 (2.6%)
6 to 18 Years34,196 (95.6%)1,564 (4.4%)
19 to 25 Years13,563 (83.8%)2,615 (16.2%)
26 to 34 Years16,729 (75.8%)5,332 (24.2%)
35 to 44 Years17,122 (76.2%)5,349 (23.8%)
45 to 54 Years15,086 (80.4%)3,684 (19.6%)
55 to 64 Years13,782 (90.1%)1,506 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years8,713 (97.4%)231 (2.6%)
75 Years and older6,646 (97.8%)149 (2.2%)
Total141,038 (87.1%)20,830 (12.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Salinas
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born15,201 (97.4%)400 (2.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen34,196 (95.6%)1,564 (4.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen13,563 (83.8%)2,615 (16.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salinas

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Salinas
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010,875 (84.4%)2,011 (15.6%)
$25,000 to $49,99918,880 (82.9%)3,886 (17.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99922,291 (83.5%)4,402 (16.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99921,901 (85.2%)3,820 (14.8%)
$100,000 and over65,954 (90.8%)6,652 (9.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Salinas
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610,386 (66.6%)5,529 (35.4%)
6 to 18 Years22,392 (62.6%)13,153 (36.8%)
19 to 25 Years5,907 (36.5%)8,117 (50.2%)
25 to 34 Years4,849 (22.0%)12,719 (57.7%)
35 to 44 Years4,815 (21.4%)12,868 (57.3%)
45 to 54 Years3,706 (19.7%)11,921 (63.5%)
55 to 64 Years4,789 (31.3%)9,621 (62.9%)
65 to 74 Years8,047 (90.0%)4,043 (45.2%)
75 Years and over6,544 (96.3%)3,236 (47.6%)
Total71,435 (44.1%)81,207 (50.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salinas

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Salinas
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (0.2%)60 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years898 (4.7%)636 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years847 (4.0%)966 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years1,846 (6.4%)2,325 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,187 (27.8%)1,053 (22.6%)
75 Years and over1,445 (52.7%)2,529 (62.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Salinas

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (0.2%)60 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)119 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years52 (0.3%)123 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years263 (0.9%)307 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years522 (12.2%)191 (4.1%)
75 Years and over606 (22.1%)840 (20.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)32 (0.5%)
5 to 17 Years232 (1.2%)265 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years158 (0.7%)352 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years274 (1.0%)749 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years428 (10.0%)216 (4.6%)
75 Years and over256 (9.3%)405 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years661 (3.5%)279 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years544 (2.6%)416 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years811 (2.8%)700 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years413 (9.7%)308 (6.6%)
75 Years and over343 (12.5%)853 (21.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years61 (0.3%)91 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years101 (0.5%)89 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years783 (2.7%)1,004 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years522 (12.2%)746 (16.0%)
75 Years and over942 (34.4%)1,565 (38.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Salinas: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years147 (0.8%)167 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years229 (1.1%)117 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years377 (1.3%)353 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years312 (7.3%)372 (8.0%)
75 Years and over546 (19.9%)930 (23.0%)

Technology Access in Salinas

Computing Device Access in Salinas

Computing Device Access in Salinas
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop29,90769.4%
Smartphone40,09393.1%
Tablet19,39945.0%
No Computing Device1,2652.9%
Total43,073100.0%

Internet Access in Salinas

Internet Access in Salinas
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet160.0%
Broadband Home28,10365.2%
Cellular Data Only10,33624.0%
Satellite Internet3,2077.4%
No Internet3,2957.6%
Total43,073100.0%

Salinas Summary

Salinas is a city located in Monterey County, California, United States. It is the county seat and largest municipality of Monterey County. The population was 150,441 at the 2010 census. Salinas is an urban area located in the Salinas Valley, roughly eight miles from the Pacific Ocean and is known as the “Salad Bowl of the World” due to its large agricultural industry.

History

The area of Salinas was originally inhabited by the Ohlone people, who lived in the area for thousands of years. The first European to explore the area was Juan Bautista de Anza in 1774. The area was later settled by Spanish missionaries in 1791, who established the Mission San Antonio de Padua. The mission was abandoned in 1835 and the area was later settled by Mexican ranchers.
In 1848, the area was ceded to the United States after the Mexican-American War. The area was then divided into large land grants, which were given to prominent Californians. The area was then incorporated as the City of Salinas in 1874.

Geography

Salinas is located in the Salinas Valley, which is part of the Central Coast region of California. The city is located at an elevation of about 82 feet (25 m) above sea level. The city is located about 8 miles (13 km) from the Pacific Ocean and is surrounded by agricultural land. The Salinas River runs through the city and is the main source of water for the area.
The climate in Salinas is Mediterranean, with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. The average annual temperature is about 60°F (15°C).

Economy

Salinas is the largest city in Monterey County and is the economic center of the region. The city is home to a large agricultural industry, which is the main source of employment in the area. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing and technology companies.
The city is home to a number of shopping centers, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including California State University Monterey Bay, Hartnell College, and the Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Salinas was 150,441. The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 3.2% African American, 1.2% Native American, 5.3% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 30.3% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 57.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,837, and the median income for a family was $51,817. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.
Salinas is a diverse city with a rich history and a vibrant economy. The city is home to a large agricultural industry, as well as a number of manufacturing and technology companies. The city is also home to a number of educational institutions and is a popular destination for tourists.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Salinas?
Total Population of Salinas is 162,783.
What is the Total Male Population of Salinas?
Total Male Population of Salinas is 83,175.
What is the Total Female Population of Salinas?
Total Female Population of Salinas is 79,608.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Salinas?
There are 104.48 Males per 100 Females in Salinas.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Salinas?
There are 95.71 Females per 100 Males in Salinas.
What is the Median Population Age in Salinas?
Median Population Age in Salinas is 31.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Salinas
Average Family Size in Salinas is 4.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Salinas
Average Household Size in Salinas is 3.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Salinas?
Per Capita income in Salinas is $27,344.
What is the Median Family Income in Salinas?
Median Family Income in Salinas is $84,338.
What is the Median Household income in Salinas?
Median Household Income in Salinas is $84,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Salinas?
Income or Wage Gap in Salinas is 18.2%.
Women in Salinas earn 81.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Salinas?
Family Income Deficit in Salinas is $10,478.
Families that are below poverty line in Salinas earn $10,478 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Salinas?
Inequality or Gini Index in Salinas is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Salinas?
There are 74,174 People in the Labor Forcein in Salinas.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Salinas?
62.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Salinas.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Salinas?
Unemployment Rate in Salinas is 5.0%.