Half Moon Bay, CA Map & Demographics
Half Moon Bay Map
Half Moon Bay Overview
$79,985
PER CAPITA INCOME
$191,497
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$148,702
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,633
TOTAL POPULATION
5,341
MALE POPULATION
6,292
FEMALE POPULATION
84.89
MALES / 100 FEMALES
117.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
6,278
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Half Moon Bay Zip Codes
Half Moon Bay Area Codes
Income in Half Moon Bay
Income Overview in Half Moon Bay
Per Capita Income in Half Moon Bay is $79,985, while median incomes of families and households are $191,497 and $148,702 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 11,633 | $79,985 |
| Median Family Income | 2,789 | $191,497 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,789 | $256,231 |
| Median Household Income | 4,353 | $148,702 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,353 | $209,719 |
| Income Deficit | 2,789 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,633 | 41.73% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,633 | 58.27¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 11,633 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Half Moon Bay
Average Earnings in Half Moon Bay are $68,791, $91,748 for men and $53,459 for women, a difference of 41.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,332 (50.1%) | $91,748 |
| Female | 3,319 (49.9%) | $53,459 |
| Total | 6,651 (100.0%) | $68,791 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Half Moon Bay
The most common earnings brackets in Half Moon Bay are $100,000+ for men (1,490 | 44.7%) and $100,000+ for women (883 | 26.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 76 (2.3%) | 196 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 25 (0.7%) | 204 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 91 (2.7%) | 181 (5.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 38 (1.1%) | 34 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 45 (1.3%) | 215 (6.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 7 (0.2%) | 82 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 88 (2.6%) | 88 (2.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 29 (0.9%) | 11 (0.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 23 (0.7%) | 45 (1.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 22 (0.7%) | 78 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 80 (2.4%) | 160 (4.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 198 (5.9%) | 179 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 41 (1.2%) | 43 (1.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 82 (2.5%) | 46 (1.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 126 (3.8%) | 18 (0.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 49 (1.5%) | 106 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 153 (4.6%) | 135 (4.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 278 (8.3%) | 296 (8.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 391 (11.7%) | 319 (9.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,490 (44.7%) | 883 (26.6%) |
| Total | 3,332 (100.0%) | 3,319 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Half Moon Bay
Average earnings in Half Moon Bay are $99,308 for men and $66,939 for women, a difference of 32.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $223,025, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,547. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $90,110, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $41,985.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $31,547 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $45,347 | $41,985 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $135,625 | $49,514 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $116,169 | $80,452 |
| Graduate Degree | $223,025 | $90,110 |
| Total | $99,308 | $66,939 |
Family Income in Half Moon Bay
Family Income Brackets in Half Moon Bay
According to the Half Moon Bay family income data, there are 1,330 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 47.7% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 36 | 1.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 59 | 2.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 28 | 1.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 139 | 5.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 212 | 7.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 167 | 6.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 494 | 17.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 329 | 11.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,330 | 47.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Half Moon Bay
7+ person families (39 | 1.4%) account for the highest median family income in Half Moon Bay with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (1,383 | 49.6%) have the highest median income of $102,946 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,383 (49.6%) | $205,893 |
| 3-Person Families | 424 (15.2%) | $161,875 |
| 4-Person Families | 696 (25.0%) | $201,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 173 (6.2%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 74 (2.6%) | $105,000 |
| 7+ Person Families | 39 (1.4%) | $250,001 |
| Total | 2,789 (100.0%) | $191,497 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Half Moon Bay
The median family income in Half Moon Bay is $191,497, with families comprising 3+ earners (318) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (335) have the lowest median family income of $81,420, accounting for 11.4% and 12.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 335 (12.0%) | $81,420 |
| 1 Earner | 647 (23.2%) | $142,159 |
| 2 Earners | 1,489 (53.4%) | $215,363 |
| 3+ Earners | 318 (11.4%) | $250,001 |
| Total | 2,789 (100.0%) | $191,497 |
Household Income in Half Moon Bay
Household Income Brackets in Half Moon Bay
With 1,506 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Half Moon Bay, accounting for 34.6% of all households. In contrast, only 83 households (1.9%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 83 | 1.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 104 | 2.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 100 | 2.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 187 | 4.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 257 | 5.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 270 | 6.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 326 | 7.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 966 | 22.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 548 | 12.6% |
| $200,000+ | 1,506 | 34.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Half Moon Bay
The median household income in Half Moon Bay is $148,702, with the highest median household income of $192,066 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 753 households (17.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $84,110, with 1,594 households (36.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 96 (2.2%) | $86,667 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 753 (17.3%) | $192,066 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,910 (43.9%) | $186,667 |
| 65+ Years | 1,594 (36.6%) | $84,110 |
| Total | 4,353 (100.0%) | $148,702 |
Poverty in Half Moon Bay
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Half Moon Bay
With 3.5% poverty level for males and 9.7% for females among the residents of Half Moon Bay, 65 to 74 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 109 males (16.0%) and 18 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (7.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (8.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12 (2.7%) | 114 (17.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 12 (2.0%) | 35 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 14 (1.6%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 14 (1.5%) | 119 (12.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 109 (16.0%) | 98 (10.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (5.6%) | 64 (10.9%) |
| Total | 186 (3.5%) | 603 (9.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Half Moon Bay
According to the poverty statistics in Half Moon Bay, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 376 (100.0%) | 320 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 307 (100.0%) | 339 (92.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 122 (100.0%) | 195 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 83 (100.0%) | 109 (91.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 437 (97.3%) | 529 (82.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 378 (100.0%) | 680 (93.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 596 (98.0%) | 472 (93.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 848 (98.4%) | 825 (98.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 909 (98.5%) | 813 (87.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 574 (84.0%) | 813 (89.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 423 (94.4%) | 525 (89.1%) |
| Total | 5,155 (96.5%) | 5,620 (90.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Half Moon Bay
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Half Moon Bay show that 3.2% or 75 of the total 2,325 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.9%, comprising of 61 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,502 (96.1%) | 61 (3.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 639 (97.9%) | 14 (2.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,250 (96.8%) | 75 (3.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Half Moon Bay
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 25 (18.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (11.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Half Moon Bay
The poverty data for Half Moon Bay shows that 75 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 25 of the single-parent households (5.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (3.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (10.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 61 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 14 (2.1%) | 25 (10.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75 (3.2%) | 25 (5.4%) |
Race in Half Moon Bay
The most populous races in Half Moon Bay are White / Caucasian (8,502 | 73.1%), Hispanic or Latino (2,845 | 24.5%), and Two or more Races (1,459 | 12.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 595 | 5.1% |
| Black / African American | 68 | 0.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 20 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,845 | 24.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,502 | 73.1% |
| Two or more Races | 1,459 | 12.5% |
| Some other Race | 989 | 8.5% |
| Total | 11,633 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Half Moon Bay
The most populous ancestries reported in Half Moon Bay are Mexican (2,284 | 19.6%), Irish (1,594 | 13.7%), English (1,516 | 13.0%), German (1,013 | 8.7%), and Italian (744 | 6.4%), together accounting for 61.5% of all Half Moon Bay residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 166 | 1.4% |
| Arab | 100 | 0.9% |
| Argentinean | 21 | 0.2% |
| Armenian | 62 | 0.5% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 17 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 34 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 175 | 1.5% |
| Brazilian | 19 | 0.2% |
| British | 259 | 2.2% |
| Bulgarian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 8 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 42 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 120 | 1.0% |
| Cherokee | 44 | 0.4% |
| Chilean | 44 | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 104 | 0.9% |
| Choctaw | 7 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 17 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 20 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 57 | 0.5% |
| Cuban | 45 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 41 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 193 | 1.7% |
| Dutch | 191 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 68 | 0.6% |
| Ecuadorian | 8 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,516 | 13.0% |
| European | 174 | 1.5% |
| Finnish | 22 | 0.2% |
| French | 624 | 5.4% |
| French Canadian | 35 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,013 | 8.7% |
| Greek | 78 | 0.7% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 20 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 47 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 235 | 2.0% |
| Iranian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,594 | 13.7% |
| Italian | 744 | 6.4% |
| Korean | 69 | 0.6% |
| Lebanese | 52 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 2,284 | 19.6% |
| Mexican American Indian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Mongolian | 28 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 153 | 1.3% |
| Norwegian | 307 | 2.6% |
| Osage | 122 | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 14 | 0.1% |
| Paraguayan | 18 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 34 | 0.3% |
| Peruvian | 85 | 0.7% |
| Polish | 286 | 2.5% |
| Portuguese | 336 | 2.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 36 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 136 | 1.2% |
| Salvadoran | 120 | 1.0% |
| Scandinavian | 165 | 1.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 123 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 179 | 1.5% |
| Slovak | 37 | 0.3% |
| South American | 193 | 1.7% |
| South American Indian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 101 | 0.9% |
| Spanish | 55 | 0.5% |
| Sri Lankan | 198 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 203 | 1.8% |
| Thai | 24 | 0.2% |
| Turkish | 73 | 0.6% |
| Ukrainian | 58 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 145 | 1.3% |
| West Indian | 25 | 0.2% | View All 72 Rows |
Immigrants in Half Moon Bay
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Half Moon Bay came from Latin America (1,335 | 11.5%), Central America (1,182 | 10.2%), Mexico (1,114 | 9.6%), Asia (632 | 5.4%), and Europe (343 | 2.9%), together accounting for 39.6% of all Half Moon Bay residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 632 | 5.4% |
| Australia | 17 | 0.2% |
| Azores | 23 | 0.2% |
| Barbados | 17 | 0.2% |
| Brazil | 50 | 0.4% |
| Bulgaria | 10 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 103 | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 17 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 1,182 | 10.2% |
| Chile | 14 | 0.1% |
| China | 174 | 1.5% |
| Colombia | 17 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 184 | 1.6% |
| Eastern Europe | 94 | 0.8% |
| Ecuador | 8 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 68 | 0.6% |
| England | 39 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 343 | 2.9% |
| France | 10 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 18 | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | 43 | 0.4% |
| India | 9 | 0.1% |
| Iran | 73 | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 14 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 10 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 1,335 | 11.5% |
| Lebanon | 52 | 0.4% |
| Mexico | 1,114 | 9.6% |
| Morocco | 10 | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | 29 | 0.3% |
| North Macedonia | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 100 | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 17 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 38 | 0.3% |
| Philippines | 45 | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 52 | 0.4% |
| Scotland | 13 | 0.1% |
| Serbia | 50 | 0.4% |
| South America | 136 | 1.2% |
| South Central Asia | 82 | 0.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 257 | 2.2% |
| Southern Europe | 92 | 0.8% |
| Spain | 40 | 0.3% |
| Syria | 13 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 14 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 44 | 0.4% |
| Ukraine | 19 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 198 | 1.7% |
| Western Asia | 109 | 0.9% |
| Western Europe | 57 | 0.5% | View All 52 Rows |
Sex and Age in Half Moon Bay
Sex and Age in Half Moon Bay
The most populous age groups in Half Moon Bay are 55 to 59 Years (574 | 10.7%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (571 | 9.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 376 (7.0%) | 320 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 273 (5.1%) | 314 (5.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 225 (4.2%) | 336 (5.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 287 (5.4%) | 287 (4.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 278 (5.2%) | 527 (8.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 217 (4.1%) | 310 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 161 (3.0%) | 421 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 294 (5.5%) | 212 (3.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 314 (5.9%) | 295 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 294 (5.5%) | 267 (4.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 568 (10.6%) | 571 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 574 (10.7%) | 399 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 349 (6.5%) | 533 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 503 (9.4%) | 441 (7.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 180 (3.4%) | 470 (7.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 238 (4.5%) | 236 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 135 (2.5%) | 123 (1.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 75 (1.4%) | 230 (3.7%) |
| Total | 5,341 (100.0%) | 6,292 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Half Moon Bay
Median Family Size in Half Moon Bay
The median family size in Half Moon Bay is 3.26 persons per family, with single male/father families (227 | 8.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.04 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,325 | 83.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.07 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,325 (83.4%) | 3.07 |
| Single Male/Father | 227 (8.1%) | 5.04 |
| Single Female/Mother | 237 (8.5%) | 3.43 |
| Total Families | 2,789 (100.0%) | 3.26 |
Median Household Size in Half Moon Bay
The median household size in Half Moon Bay is 2.67 persons per household, with single male/father households (227 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6 persons per household. non-family households (1,564 | 35.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,325 (53.4%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 227 (5.2%) | 6.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 237 (5.4%) | 3.87 |
| Non-family | 1,564 (35.9%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 4,353 (100.0%) | 2.67 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Half Moon Bay
Out of a total of 4,353 households in Half Moon Bay, 2,789 (64.1%) are family households, while 1,564 (35.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,208, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,304.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,304 (30.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,208 (27.8%) | 240 (5.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 528 (12.1%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 641 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 282 (6.5%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 6-Person Households | 61 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 69 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,789 (64.1%) | 1,564 (35.9%) |
Female Fertility in Half Moon Bay
Fertility by Age in Half Moon Bay
Average fertility rate in Half Moon Bay is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 59.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 73 (59.8%) | 58.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 49 (40.2%) | 54.0 |
| Total | 122 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Half Moon Bay
87.7% of women with births (122) in Half Moon Bay are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 30.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (69.4%) | 15 (30.6%) |
| Total | 107 (87.7%) | 15 (12.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Half Moon Bay
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 10 (8.2%) | 27.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 59 (48.4%) | 132.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29 (23.8%) | 35.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (19.7%) | 59.0 |
| Total | 122 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Half Moon Bay
12.3% of women with births in Half Moon Bay are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 51.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14 (48.3%) | 15 (51.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 107 (87.7%) | 15 (12.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Half Moon Bay
Employment by Class of Employer in Half Moon Bay
Among the 5,947 employed individuals in Half Moon Bay, private company employees (4,012 | 67.5%), local government employees (596 | 10.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (490 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,012 | 67.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 216 | 3.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 443 | 7.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 490 | 8.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 596 | 10.0% |
| State Government Employees | 92 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 98 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,947 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Half Moon Bay
According to the labor force statistics for Half Moon Bay, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,704), 64.7% or 6,278 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 119 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 97.7% or 515 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.3% or 28 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 153 (31.3%) | 28 (18.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 553 (68.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 515 (97.7%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 523 (89.9%) | 8 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,014 (90.9%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,452 (85.4%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 819 (84.2%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 636 (72.1%) | 26 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 545 (34.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,278 (64.7%) | 119 (1.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Half Moon Bay
According to labor force statistics for Half Moon Bay, 85.8% of individuals (4,958) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,779) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 89 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 91.4% or 2,904 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.3% or 53 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 331 (75.7%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 485 (65.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,240 (86.8%) | 61 (4.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,904 (91.4%) | 35 (1.1%) |
| Total | 4,958 (85.8%) | 104 (1.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Half Moon Bay
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Half Moon Bay are Management (1,293 | 21.0%), Community & Social Service (1,060 | 17.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (546 | 8.9%), Education Instruction & Library (445 | 7.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (362 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Half Moon Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (84.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.6%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (74.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (71.3%), Education Instruction & Library (62.5%), and Community & Social Service (62.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 587 (45.4%) | 706 (54.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 153 (43.8%) | 196 (56.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 418 (76.6%) | 128 (23.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 124 (71.3%) | 50 (28.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 133 (84.7%) | 24 (15.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 161 (74.9%) | 54 (25.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 399 (37.6%) | 661 (62.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 43 (57.3%) | 32 (42.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 85 (47.7%) | 93 (52.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 167 (37.5%) | 278 (62.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 104 (28.7%) | 258 (71.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 97 (51.6%) | 91 (48.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 86 (61.0%) | 55 (39.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,654 (48.1%) | 1,782 (51.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,118 (50.6%) | 3,043 (49.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Half Moon Bay are Food Preparation & Serving (290 | 4.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (261 | 4.2%), Personal Care & Service (202 | 3.3%), Healthcare Support (129 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (109 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Half Moon Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (79.3%), and Security & Protection (70.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.4%), Personal Care & Service (56.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (39.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 24 (18.6%) | 105 (81.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 77 (70.6%) | 32 (29.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 50 (61.0%) | 32 (39.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 230 (79.3%) | 60 (20.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 163 (62.5%) | 98 (37.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 87 (43.1%) | 115 (56.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 581 (58.6%) | 410 (41.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,118 (50.6%) | 3,043 (49.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Half Moon Bay are Office & Administration (565 | 9.2%), and Sales & Related (557 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 274 (49.2%) | 283 (50.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 30 (5.3%) | 535 (94.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 304 (27.1%) | 818 (72.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,118 (50.6%) | 3,043 (49.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Half Moon Bay are Construction & Extraction (145 | 2.4%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (50 | 0.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (31 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 43 (86.0%) | 7 (14.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 137 (94.5%) | 8 (5.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 211 (93.4%) | 15 (6.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,118 (50.6%) | 3,043 (49.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Half Moon Bay are Transportation (285 | 4.6%), Production (69 | 1.1%), and Material Moving (32 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 285 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 14 (43.8%) | 18 (56.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 368 (95.3%) | 18 (4.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,118 (50.6%) | 3,043 (49.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Half Moon Bay
Employment Industries in Half Moon Bay
The major employment industries in Half Moon Bay include Professional & Scientific (1,196 | 19.4%), Educational Services (695 | 11.3%), Retail Trade (574 | 9.3%), Public Administration (449 | 7.3%), and Construction (403 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Half Moon Bay
The Half Moon Bay industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (90.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (75.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.1%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (80.4%), and Enterprise Management (76.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 52 (75.4%) | 17 (24.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 296 (73.5%) | 107 (26.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 215 (56.7%) | 164 (43.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 51 (46.4%) | 59 (53.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 262 (45.6%) | 312 (54.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 234 (90.3%) | 25 (9.7%) |
| Utilities | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 52 (33.6%) | 103 (66.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 135 (42.6%) | 182 (57.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 20 (19.6%) | 82 (80.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 719 (60.1%) | 477 (39.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 14 (23.3%) | 46 (76.7%) |
| Administrative & Support | 149 (65.3%) | 79 (34.6%) |
| Educational Services | 263 (37.8%) | 432 (62.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 63 (17.9%) | 288 (82.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 143 (56.3%) | 111 (43.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 246 (74.8%) | 83 (25.2%) |
| Public Administration | 144 (32.1%) | 305 (67.9%) |
| Total | 3,118 (50.6%) | 3,043 (49.4%) |
Education in Half Moon Bay
School Enrollment in Half Moon Bay
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,636 students in Half Moon Bay are college / undergraduate (638 | 24.2%), elementary school (487 | 18.5%), and middle school (458 | 17.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 295 | 11.2% |
| Kindergarten | 145 | 5.5% |
| Elementary School | 487 | 18.5% |
| Middle School | 458 | 17.4% |
| High School | 424 | 16.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 638 | 24.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 189 | 7.2% |
| Total | 2,636 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Half Moon Bay
Out of a total of 2,636 students who are enrolled in schools in Half Moon Bay, 780 (29.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,856 (70.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 84 (61.3% 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 224 (93.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 145 (47.1%) | 163 (52.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 423 (75.8%) | 135 (24.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 450 (80.2%) | 111 (19.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 178 (75.7%) | 57 (24.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 224 (93.3%) | 16 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 233 (55.5%) | 187 (44.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 53 (38.7%) | 84 (61.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 149 (84.2%) | 28 (15.8%) |
| Total | 1,856 (70.4%) | 780 (29.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Half Moon Bay
Business (878 | 17.7%), social sciences (594 | 12.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (543 | 10.9%), engineering (530 | 10.7%), and liberal arts & history (328 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 4,967 individuals in Half Moon Bay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 243 | 4.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 543 | 10.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 170 | 3.4% |
| Psychology | 157 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 594 | 12.0% |
| Engineering | 530 | 10.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 33 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 256 | 5.1% |
| Business | 878 | 17.7% |
| Education | 258 | 5.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 323 | 6.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 328 | 6.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 179 | 3.6% |
| Communications | 291 | 5.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 184 | 3.7% |
| Total | 4,967 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Half Moon Bay
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Half Moon Bay
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Half Moon Bay are males with 3 vehicles (1,076, accounting for 34.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (849, making up 37.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 558 (18.1%) | 522 (18.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 954 (30.9%) | 966 (33.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,076 (34.9%) | 849 (29.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 269 (8.7%) | 306 (10.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 225 (7.3%) | 222 (7.7%) |
| Total | 3,082 (100.0%) | 2,865 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Half Moon Bay
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Half Moon Bay are 45 to 59 minutes (828 commuters, 17.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (676 commuters, 14.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (652 commuters, 13.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 232 | 4.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 676 | 14.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 416 | 8.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 357 | 7.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 172 | 3.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 268 | 5.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 652 | 13.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 232 | 4.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 358 | 7.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 828 | 17.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 465 | 9.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 75 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Half Moon Bay
The most common commute times in Half Moon Bay are 30 to 34 minutes (404 commuters, 16.8%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (451 commuters, 19.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 77 (3.2%) | 155 (6.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 350 (14.5%) | 326 (14.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 153 (6.3%) | 263 (11.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 147 (6.1%) | 210 (9.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 59 (2.5%) | 113 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 226 (9.4%) | 42 (1.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 404 (16.8%) | 248 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 148 (6.1%) | 84 (3.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 184 (7.6%) | 174 (7.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 377 (15.6%) | 451 (19.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 212 (8.8%) | 253 (10.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 75 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Half Moon Bay
The most frequent times of departure to work in Half Moon Bay are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (429, 17.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (475, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 87 (3.6%) | 33 (1.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 175 (7.3%) | 64 (2.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 148 (6.1%) | 55 (2.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 233 (9.7%) | 144 (6.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 246 (10.2%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 429 (17.8%) | 291 (12.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 350 (14.5%) | 475 (20.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 331 (13.7%) | 305 (13.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 68 (2.8%) | 239 (10.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 96 (4.0%) | 234 (10.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 15 (0.6%) | 77 (3.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 133 (5.5%) | 84 (3.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 48 (2.0%) | 203 (8.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 53 (2.2%) | 80 (3.5%) |
| Total | 2,412 (100.0%) | 2,319 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Half Moon Bay
Occupancy by Ownership in Half Moon Bay
Of the total 4,353 dwellings in Half Moon Bay, owner-occupied units account for 3,161 (72.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,192 (27.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,161 | 72.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,192 | 27.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,353 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Half Moon Bay
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,304 | 30.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,448 | 33.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 536 | 12.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,065 | 24.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,353 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Half Moon Bay
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 815 (62.5%) | 489 (37.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,217 (84.1%) | 231 (16.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 501 (93.5%) | 35 (6.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 628 (59.0%) | 437 (41.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,161 (72.6%) | 1,192 (27.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Half Moon Bay
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 52 (28.0%) | 134 (72.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 338 (69.3%) | 150 (30.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 851 (75.0%) | 284 (25.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,920 (75.5%) | 624 (24.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Half Moon Bay
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 383 | 8.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 466 | 10.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 866 | 19.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,044 | 24.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 948 | 21.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 493 | 11.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 153 | 3.5% |
| Total | 4,353 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Half Moon Bay
Median Income by Occupancy in Half Moon Bay
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,161 (72.6%) | $173,321 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,192 (27.4%) | $112,000 |
| Average | 4,353 (100.0%) | $148,702 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Half Moon Bay
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 11 (0.4%) | 45 (3.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 26 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 12 (0.4%) | 92 (7.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 60 (1.9%) | 21 (1.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 20 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 66 (2.1%) | 122 (10.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 155 (4.9%) | 103 (8.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 196 (6.2%) | 72 (6.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 235 (7.4%) | 93 (7.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 632 (20.0%) | 336 (28.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,748 (55.3%) | 308 (25.8%) |
| Total | 3,161 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Half Moon Bay
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 50 (1.6%) | 72 (6.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 186 (5.9%) | 61 (5.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 146 (4.6%) | 52 (4.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 50 (1.6%) | 29 (2.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 276 (8.7%) | 214 (17.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 219 (6.9%) | 100 (8.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 209 (6.6%) | 155 (13.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 136 (4.3%) | 200 (16.8%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,889 (59.8%) | 271 (22.7%) |
| Total | 3,161 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Half Moon Bay
Housing Structures in Half Moon Bay
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,929 | 67.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 351 | 8.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 62 | 1.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 213 | 4.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 209 | 4.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 342 | 7.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 247 | 5.7% |
| Total | 4,353 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Half Moon Bay
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,504 (85.5%) | 425 (14.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 242 (69.0%) | 109 (31.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (17.7%) | 51 (82.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 23 (10.8%) | 190 (89.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 100 (47.8%) | 109 (52.1%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 42 (12.3%) | 300 (87.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 239 (96.8%) | 8 (3.2%) |
| Total | 3,161 (72.6%) | 1,192 (27.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Half Moon Bay
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 29 (0.9%) | 89 (7.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 120 (3.8%) | 349 (29.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 907 (28.7%) | 269 (22.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,042 (33.0%) | 374 (31.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,063 (33.6%) | 111 (9.3%) |
| Total | 3,161 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Half Moon Bay
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,657 (84.1%) | 727 (61.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 28 (0.9%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| Electricity | 410 (13.0%) | 398 (33.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 58 (1.8%) | 31 (2.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 8 (0.3%) | 27 (2.3%) |
| Total | 3,161 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Half Moon Bay
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 48 (1.5%) | 125 (10.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 861 (27.2%) | 516 (43.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,140 (36.1%) | 301 (25.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,112 (35.2%) | 250 (21.0%) |
| Total | 3,161 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Half Moon Bay
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Half Moon Bay
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 900 | 2,261 |
| Median Property Value | $1,195,300 | $1,488,300 |
| Median Household Income | $109,722 | $1,469 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,221 | $1,864 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,394 | $17 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Half Moon Bay
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 82 (9.1%) | 21 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 8 (0.9%) | 17 (0.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 53 (5.9%) | 58 (2.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 122 (13.6%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 51 (5.7%) | 141 (6.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 84 (9.3%) | 174 (7.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 500 (55.6%) | 1,842 (81.5%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 2,261 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Half Moon Bay
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 53 (5.9%) | 37 (1.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 33 (3.7%) | 39 (1.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 103 (11.4%) | 33 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 104 (11.6%) | 52 (2.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 76 (8.4%) | 92 (4.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 252 (28.0%) | 159 (7.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 279 (31.0%) | 380 (16.8%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 2,261 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Half Moon Bay
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 101 (11.2%) | 198,897 (8,796.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 95 (10.6%) | 103 (4.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 46 (5.1%) | 160 (7.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 658 (73.1%) | 308 (13.6%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 2,261 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Half Moon Bay
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 180 (20.0%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 12 (1.3%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 640 (71.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 2,261 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Half Moon Bay
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Half Moon Bay
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 765 (97.7%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,544 (97.7%) | 36 (2.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 908 (93.2%) | 66 (6.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 970 (97.5%) | 25 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 996 (89.3%) | 119 (10.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,665 (97.9%) | 35 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,843 (99.4%) | 12 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,580 (99.1%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,037 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,308 (97.2%) | 325 (2.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Half Moon Bay
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 765 (97.7%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,544 (97.7%) | 36 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 908 (93.2%) | 66 (6.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Half Moon Bay
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 378 (95.5%) | 18 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 727 (98.4%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 758 (93.7%) | 51 (6.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 723 (97.3%) | 20 (2.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 8,722 (97.7%) | 210 (2.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Half Moon Bay
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 205 (26.2%) | 605 (77.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 448 (28.3%) | 1,157 (73.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 75 (7.7%) | 833 (85.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 121 (12.2%) | 899 (90.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 202 (18.1%) | 833 (74.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 167 (9.8%) | 1,516 (89.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 250 (13.5%) | 1,643 (88.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,452 (91.1%) | 1,024 (64.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,024 (98.8%) | 674 (65.0%) |
| Total | 3,944 (33.9%) | 9,184 (78.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Half Moon Bay
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (1.3%) | 143 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 97 (4.1%) | 226 (9.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 99 (14.5%) | 111 (12.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 181 (40.4%) | 289 (49.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Half Moon Bay
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (1.5%) | 64 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 79 (11.6%) | 22 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (17.2%) | 108 (18.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (1.3%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (8.7%) | 41 (7.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (1.3%) | 30 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 127 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (1.2%) | 21 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (17.9%) | 41 (7.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 25 (1.0%) | 147 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (2.8%) | 78 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (22.5%) | 221 (37.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (1.2%) | 21 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 53 (11.8%) | 41 (7.0%) |
Technology Access in Half Moon Bay
Computing Device Access in Half Moon Bay
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,997 | 91.8% |
| Smartphone | 3,874 | 89.0% |
| Tablet | 3,155 | 72.5% |
| No Computing Device | 121 | 2.8% |
| Total | 4,353 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Half Moon Bay
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 3,792 | 87.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 269 | 6.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 326 | 7.5% |
| No Internet | 178 | 4.1% |
| Total | 4,353 | 100.0% |
Half Moon Bay Summary
Moon Bay, California is a small coastal town located in San Mateo County, approximately 30 miles south of San Francisco. The town is situated on a peninsula that juts out into the Pacific Ocean, and is bordered by the cities of Half Moon Bay to the north, El Granada to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, rugged coastline, and quaint downtown area.
History
The area that is now known as Half Moon Bay has a long and varied history. The Ohlone people were the first inhabitants of the area, and they lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The first Europeans to explore the area were Spanish explorers, who arrived in the late 1700s. The area was then part of the Rancho Corral de Tierra, a large land grant given to the Arguello family in 1839. The area was then divided into smaller parcels and sold off to settlers.
In 1869, the town of Half Moon Bay was officially founded. The town was named after the nearby Half Moon Bay, which was named by Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizcaino in 1602. The town quickly grew, and by the late 1800s it was a bustling fishing and farming community. The town was also known for its shipbuilding industry, which produced many of the ships used in the California Gold Rush.
In the early 1900s, the town began to attract tourists, and the town's economy shifted to focus on tourism. The town was also home to a number of resorts, including the famous Miramar Beach Resort, which opened in the 1920s. The town continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and today it is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
Geography
Half Moon Bay is located in San Mateo County, approximately 30 miles south of San Francisco. The town is situated on a peninsula that juts out into the Pacific Ocean, and is bordered by the cities of Half Moon Bay to the north, El Granada to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, rugged coastline, and quaint downtown area.
The town is located in a temperate climate, with mild temperatures year-round. The average high temperature in the summer is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low temperature in the winter is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 20 inches of rain per year.
Economy
Half Moon Bay is a popular tourist destination, and the town's economy is largely based on tourism. The town is home to a number of resorts, hotels, restaurants, and shops, which attract visitors from all over the world. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including art galleries, antique stores, and specialty shops.
The town is also home to a number of agricultural businesses, including dairy farms, wineries, and nurseries. The town is also home to a number of commercial fishing operations, which provide fresh seafood to local restaurants and markets.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Half Moon Bay was 11,324. The population is predominantly white (83.3%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (7.3%), Asian (4.7%), and African American (2.2%) residents. The median household income in the town is $90,845, and the median home value is $1,072,400. The town has a high rate of homeownership, with 73.3% of residents owning their own homes.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Half Moon Bay?
Per Capita income in Half Moon Bay is $79,985.
What is the Median Family Income in Half Moon Bay?
Median Family Income in Half Moon Bay is $191,497.
What is the Median Household income in Half Moon Bay?
Median Household Income in Half Moon Bay is $148,702.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Half Moon Bay?
Income or Wage Gap in Half Moon Bay is 41.7%.
Women in Half Moon Bay earn 58.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Half Moon Bay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Half Moon Bay is 0.48.
What is the Total Population of Half Moon Bay?
Total Population of Half Moon Bay is 11,633.
What is the Total Male Population of Half Moon Bay?
Total Male Population of Half Moon Bay is 5,341.
What is the Total Female Population of Half Moon Bay?
Total Female Population of Half Moon Bay is 6,292.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Half Moon Bay?
There are 84.89 Males per 100 Females in Half Moon Bay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Half Moon Bay?
There are 117.81 Females per 100 Males in Half Moon Bay.
What is the Median Population Age in Half Moon Bay?
Median Population Age in Half Moon Bay is 48.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Half Moon Bay
Average Family Size in Half Moon Bay is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Half Moon Bay
Average Household Size in Half Moon Bay is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Half Moon Bay?
There are 6,278 People in the Labor Forcein in Half Moon Bay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Half Moon Bay?
64.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Half Moon Bay.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Half Moon Bay?
Unemployment Rate in Half Moon Bay is 1.9%.