Hotel del Coronado reflected in the wet sand, photographed December 23, 2011.

Relocation guide

Moving to Coronado

What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.

Population

18,558

Median age 41.9

Median household income

$135,056

Median rent

$3,250/mo

Median home value

$1,998,900

Schools

5

1 districts

Summer high / winter low

77° / 49°

Pros

  • Household incomes run 72% above the US median ($135,056).
  • Property taxes are low: about 0.50% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
  • Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
  • 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.

Cons

  • Homes cost 559% more than the US median ($1,998,900).

Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.

Plan your move

Where in Coronado?

Coronado spans 3 zip codes. Median home values range from $1,998,900 to $1,998,900 by zip.

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Life in Coronado

Coronado bridge from San Diego bay
Coronado bridge from San Diego bayMds08011 · CC BY 4.0
Hotel del Coronado
Hotel del Coronado 10 2019-04-16F ASTILY · CC BY-SA 4.0
2019 House at 901 Ocean Boulevard, Coronado
2019 House at 901 Ocean Boulevard, CoronadoBeyond My Ken · CC BY-SA 4.0

See Coronado

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A WALK AROUND TOWN

Walking Tour of Coronado Island Boardwalk, San Diego, California

Recorded footage by Hatuey Castillo. Not live road conditions.

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Questions

Is Coronado a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 72% above the US median ($135,056). Property taxes are low: about 0.50% of home value a year (US 0.98%). On the other hand: Homes cost 559% more than the US median ($1,998,900).

How much do I need to earn to live in Coronado?

The median household earns $135,056. Rent at the median ($3,250/month) is about 29% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $130,000 a year.

How many schools are in Coronado?

5 public and private schools across 1 district. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.

What is the weather like in Coronado?

Highs average 77°F in August and lows 49°F in December. The most comfortable months are June, July, August.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.

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