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Arroyo Grande, California Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arroyo Grande, California, is 18,432, with approximately 48% male and 52% female. The population has grown modestly due to its desirable coastal location and small-town charm.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1862
  • County Affiliated: San Luis Obispo County
  • Land Area: 5.8 square miles
  • Population Density: 3,176 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 805
  • Zip Codes: 93420, 93421

Geography and Location

Arroyo Grande, California, is located on the central coast of California, within San Luis Obispo County, approximately 15 miles south of San Luis Obispo. The town enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Arroyo Grande is known for its charming downtown, scenic rolling hills, and proximity to the Pacific Ocean. The town’s economy is based on agriculture, tourism, and small businesses, with vineyards and wineries playing a prominent role. The nearby Pismo Beach and other coastal attractions make Arroyo Grande a desirable location for both residents and visitors. Its location along U.S. Route 101 provides easy access to major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Demographics

Median resident age: 41.9 years
Median household income: $48,236
Median house value: $233,200

Population by Race

Races in Arroyo Grande:

  • White Non-Hispanic (82.7%)
  • Hispanic (11.2%)
  • Other race (3.8%)
  • Two or more races (3.5%)
  • American Indian (1.3%)
  • Filipino (1.0%)
  • Japanese (0.9%)
  • Black (0.6%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: German (18.1%), English (14.7%), Irish (14.3%), United States (6.0%), Italian (5.0%), French (3.4%).

Elevation: 80 feet

Land area: 5.7 square miles

Map of Arroyo Grande, CA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arroyo Grande

  • High school or higher: 87.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 28.2%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 7.9%
  • Unemployed: 5.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 21.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arroyo Grande city

  • Never married: 19.8%
  • Now married: 59.0%
  • Separated: 1.0%
  • Widowed: 8.7%
  • Divorced: 11.5%

5.8% Foreign born (2.5% Latin America, 1.3% Asia, 1.3% Europe, 0.7% North America).

Population change in the 1990s: +1,221 (+8.3%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Arroyo Grande:

  • ARROYO GRANDE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (345 S HALCYON RD)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Arroyo Grande:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arroyo Grande:

  • SAN LUIS COUNTY REGIONAL (about 9 miles; SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA; Abbreviation: SBP)
  • SANTA MARIA PUB/CAPT G ALLAN HANCOCK FLD (about 19 miles; SANTA MARIA, CA; Abbreviation: SMX)
  • PASO ROBLES MUNI (about 38 miles; PASO ROBLES, CA; Abbreviation: PRB)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arroyo Grande:

  • OCEANO COUNTY (about 3 miles; OCEANO, CA; Abbreviation: L52)
  • VANDENBERG AFB (about 28 miles; LOMPOC, CA; Abbreviation: VBG)
  • LOMPOC (about 34 miles; LOMPOC, CA; Abbreviation: LPC)

Amtrak stations near Arroyo Grande:

  • 3 miles: GROVER BEACH (180 GRAND AVE.). Services: fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for car rental service, call for taxi service.
  • 11 miles: GUADALUPE/SANTA MARIA (SANTA MARIA, 330 GUADELUPE ST.)
  • 12 miles: SAN LUIS OBISPO (RAILROAD AVE & SANTA ROSA ST.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for car rental service, call for taxi service, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arroyo Grande:

  • CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIV-SAN LUIS OBISPO (about 19 miles; SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA; Full-time enrollment: 15,985)
  • CUESTA COLLEGE (about 19 miles; SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA; Full-time enrollment: 6,121)
  • ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE (about 23 miles; SANTA MARIA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 6,037)
  • UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-SANTA BARBARA (about 71 miles; SANTA BARBARA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 19,420)
  • WEST HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 77 miles; COALINGA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 2,406)
  • SANTA BARBARA CITY COLLEGE (about 78 miles; SANTA BARBARA, CA; Full-time enrollment: 8,137)
  • TAFT COLLEGE (about 81 miles; Taft, CA; Full-time enrollment: 2,801)

Schools

Public high schools in Arroyo Grande:

  • ARROYO GRANDE HIGH (Students: 2,346; Location: 495 VALLEY ROAD; Grades: 09 – 12)
  • LOPEZ CONTINUATION HIGH (Students: 189; Location: 1055 MESA VIEW; Grades: 09 – 12)

Private high schools in Arroyo Grande:

  • COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 216; Location: 1220 FARROLL AVE.; Grades: KG – 12)
  • LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 65; Location: 497 FAIR OAKS AVE P O BOX 1209; Grades: KG – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Arroyo Grande:

  • MESA MIDDLE (Students: 798; Location: 2555 HALCYON ROAD; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • PAULDING (RUTH) MIDDLE (Students: 640; Location: 600 CROWN HILL; Grades: 07 – 08)
  • HARLOE ELEMENTARY (Students: 635; Location: 901 FAIR OAKS AVE.; Grades: KG – 06)
  • OCEAN VIEW ELEMENTARY (Students: 578; Location: 1208 LINDA DR.; Grades: KG – 06)
  • BRANCH ELEMENTARY (Students: 285; Location: 970 SCHOOL ROAD; Grades: KG – 06)

Private primary/middle schools in Arroyo Grande:

  • ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Students: 331; Location: 900 WEST BRANCH STREET; Grades: KG – 8)
  • PACIFIC COAST PRE-SCHOOL (Students: 156; Location: 207 PILGRIM WAY; Grades: PK – 4)
  • ROYAL OAKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 96; Location: 900 N OAK PARK BLVD; Grades: KG – 6)
  • VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY (Students: 84; Location: 230 VERNON AVE.; Grades: 1 – 10)
  • PACIFIC COAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 56; Location: 207 PILGRAM WAY; Grades: KG – 4)
  • VALLEY VIEW CHILDREN’S CENTER (Students: 34; Location: 240 VERNON AVE; Grades: PK – KG)
  • ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOO (Students: 21; Location: 216 OAK STREET; Grades: PK – KG)

 

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