Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 803 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,651 (21.4%) |
| Some College | 4,630 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 8,505 (21%) |
| Bachelors | 4,223 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,631 (33.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,603 ▲ 38% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $654,800 ▲ 135% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,202/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,732 |
| Vacant Units | 696 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Santee is a city in California, located in San Diego County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 59,739 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.5 years.
Economically, Santee is a upper-middle-income community. The median household income of $105,603 is above the national average. Approximately 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Santee is a premium housing market. Median home values stand at $654,800, which is more than double the national average. Renters typically pay around $2,202 per month. Homeownership is high at 72.0%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Santee is well-educated. 44.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (63.46%).
Santee, CA offers residents above-average earning potential within California. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92071 | 59,739 | $105,603 | $654,800 | $2,202 | 5.0% | 44.2% | 72.0% |