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Who Lives Here

Aptos Demographics

Education

High School

8%

Associate's

22%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

10%

Doctorate

37%

Family Size

2 people

49%

3 people

26%

4 people

17%

5 people

6%

6+ people

2%

Household Income

0-50k

22%

50-100k

23%

100-150k

18%

150-200k

13%

200k+

22%

Age

0-10

7%

10-20

12%

20-45

25%

45-65

33%

65+

23%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Aptos?

Rent Trends

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*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Aptos

Aptos Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

27%

15-30 Mins

34%

30-40 Mins

10%

40-60 Mins

10%

60+ Mins

18%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4646

Walk Score®

Percentage: 5656

Bike Score®

Aptos Education

Schools

Top Schools in Aptos

9/10

Carlton Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Brook Knoll Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Live Oak Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Loma Prieta Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Van Meter Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Williams Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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Living in Aptos, CA

Aptos, California is a small town with a population of slightly less than 6,000. Retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (22%) here than nationally (14%), while young professionals appear in smaller numbers. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 45, are older than most cities in California. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 80% of residents own their homes. With an average rent of $1,730 per month, exceeding the state average, relatively high rent costs may be playing a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Averaging about 35 minutes, Aptos's commute time is slower than the state average of about 32 minutes. Many residents (42%) drive their own vehicle to work, while public transit is not widely used. A small percentage of workers (3%) commute on foot, though the number exceeds the national average.

There are plenty of industries from which to choose in Aptos, the most common five of which are healthcare, education, entertainment, scientific, and retail. Combined, these industries make up 33% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 9% of residents work in management, which ranks as the top field in the town. Aptos workers earn an average annual income of almost $106K, more than their peers elsewhere in the state. The town's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Aptos has a high percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 13% possess a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Furthermore, 27% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.