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Watsonville

The south Santa Cruz County region of Watsonville and Pajaro Valley boasts pristine beaches.

Overview for Watsonville, CA

52,966 people live in Watsonville, where the median age is 31.1 and the average individual income is $23,983. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

52,966

Total Population

31.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$23,983

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Watsonville, CA

Watsonville has 14,587 households, with an average household size of 3.6. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Watsonville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 52,966 people call Watsonville home. The population density is 7,804.35 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

52,966

Total Population

High

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

31.1

Median Age

49.69 / 50.31%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
14,587

Total Households

3.6

Average Household Size

$23,983

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

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

Schools in Watsonville, CA

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

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

72
Very Walkable
Walking Score
66
Bikeable
Bike Score
41
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Blue Heron Farms, Mariscos San Juanito, and Humble Sebi.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 4.56 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.11 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.28 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.56 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.24 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.5 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Watsonville
 
The south Santa Cruz County region of Watsonville and Pajaro Valley boasts pristine beaches and a Mediterranean climate. Nearby, the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve is one of California’s last undisturbed wetlands and is ideal for bird watching. An annual Birding Festival, the Strawberry Festival, a weekly farmer’s market, Watsonville Plaza, and the Agricultural History Museum are sights not to be missed.
 
Corralitos
 
Corralitos in Santa Cruz County’s southern region, is an idyllic area known for apple orchards and horse farms. The Corralitos Wine Trail boasts a handful of boutique wineries, specializing in estate-bottled pinot noir and chardonnay, among other varietals. Corralitos offers a classic California vibe, where wine tasting is done in a relaxed setting, with vineyards adjacent to the tasting room. Other Corralitos offerings include locally made sausage and pastries using produce from area farms.
 
La Selva
 
Not far from majestic redwood forests is the small community of La Selva Beach. North of Watsonville and south of Aptos, the pride of La Selva Beach is its gorgeous coastline. Manresa State Beach is an ideal spot for surfing, coastal camping, and watching the sunset around a fire ring. A haven for marine life and birders, the La Selva Beach area is semi-rural, where coastal farms stretch out to meet ocean bluffs. Nearby restaurants and antique shops round out the La Selva Beach experience.
 
 

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