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Renter's Guide to Huntington Beach

Planning a move to Huntington Beach? Better bring your summer clothes and surfboard, because you’ll be needing them all year long!

Huntington Beach is ranked in the top ten for both “healthiest cities” and “cities on the edge of greatness”.

If you love the ocean and perfect year-round summer weather, you’ll fit right in. The people of Huntington Beach are down to earth, with a surf's up 24/7 mindset. Plus, it's a safe place, with low violent crime.

Sitting at 27 square miles, Huntington Beach is one of California’s smaller cities. That’s half the size of Newport Beach and about 14 times smaller than San Diego! If you ever want to hit the big cities, Los Angeles is jus 35 miles away. You also have access to awesome attractions like Disneyland, which is 20 miles away.

If you’re a fan of summer, you’ll absolutely love the weather all year around. Expect average temperatures of 66ºF for summer and fall, with winter months coming in at a cool 50ºF.

Huntington Beach, CA Demographics

  • Total Population200,415
  • Female 100,128
    Male 100,287
  • Median Age41.9

Cost of Living in Huntington Beach, CA

The cost of living in Huntington Beach is significantly higher than both the national and state average. Dinner for two at a decent restaurant will cost around $50. Want a cappuccino? You can expect to pay around $3.69.

Basic utilities will cost you $124 for a 915 square-foot apartment, $23 under the national average.

Getting around Huntington Beach can be tough at times, since there's lots of tourism and traffic. Most of the population travels by car or carpool. 

But if you’re looking to catch a bus, a one-way ticket will cost you $2 – or just $0.75 if you’re a senior citizen. The city has a decent bus system with 9 different routes, which is plenty for such a small town. 

Average Rent in Huntington Beach, CA

  • Huntington Beach, CA Average Rental Price, December 2019 $2,203 /mo

    Huntington Beach, CA Apartment Rent Ranges

    • $1,001-$1,5002%
    • $1,501-$2,00043%
    • > $2,00055%

    Huntington Beach, CA Rent Trends

    Average Rent Nov / 2016 Mar / 2017 Jul / 2017 Nov / 2017 Mar / 2018 Jul / 2018 Nov / 2018 Mar / 2019 Jul / 2019 Nov / 2019 Dec / 2019
    Huntington Beach, CA $1,959 $1,931 $1,987 $2,008 $1,993 $2,028 $2,142 $2,145 $2,167 $2,184 $2,203
    National $1,354 $1,350 $1,382 $1,385 $1,388 $1,423 $1,431 $1,434 $1,469 $1,473 $1,474
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    Average rent is projected to grow by 4% in 2019 compared to 2018.

    Please note that projected rent growth is calculated at city level.

    Check out the average rent prices in Huntington Beach by neighborhood.

    Living in Huntington Beach, CA

    Huntington Beach has fantastic weather year-round, combined with incredible beaches and plenty of surfing. As a result, the people are laid back and there's always something to do outdoors. The friendliness of the locals also contributes to the low crime rates.

    If that weren't enough, it’s ranked as the #3 “best baseball city” and within the top ten for “most competitive colleges”.

    On the flip side, the rent, like many cities in California, can get high. If cheap cost of living is a concern, Huntington Beach may not be your best bet. Also, with such little rainfall, the area can be drought prone.

    Things to do in Huntington Beach

    You’ll find plenty of beaches here – like Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Dog Beach, and the Huntington Beach Pier – where you can go all out party mode or just have a fun, relaxing time. Whether you’re a single 20-something or raising a family, there’s a beach for everyone.

    Need more to do? You can visit the International Surfing Museum to soak in the culture. How about a night out? Downtown Huntington Beach is packed with bars, restaurants, and gatherings.

    If you'd like to take a stroll with the kids, you also have access to parks like Huntington Beach State Park, Orange County Coast, and Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve.

    The city's full of yearly events. Every July, the Bolsa Chica State Beach holds a biathlon (swimming and running) from Santa Ana River to Warner Avenue. Then there's the Cruise of Lights Boat Tour in Huntington Harbour. If you’re a runner, give the Surf City Marathon a shot – it's held every February.

    With Los Angeles so close, sports fans can also make a quick trip to see the Lakers, Clippers, Rams, or Dodgers play.

    Employment and Economy

    The city’s biggest employer is Boeing, which is known for manufacturing and designing large aircraft worldwide. Other major employers include Quicksilver, Cambro Manufacturing, and Ensign United States Drilling.

    As you can probably guess, manufacturing is the city's biggest industry. Though finding a job in any field shouldn’t be too difficult with an unemployment rate that's below the national average. Wal-Mart, C&D Aerospace, and the Huntington Beach Hospital also provide plenty of jobs.

    Huntington Beach, CA Households

    • Total Number of Households76,709
    • Family 50,431
      Non-family 26,278
    • Children 21,560
      No Children 55,149
    • Average People Per Household2.6
    • Median Household Income$88,079
    • Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,797

    Education in Huntington Beach

    Huntington Beach doesn’t have many major colleges, but it does have a few competitive community colleges. Golden West College has incredibly cheap tuition, with great programs and degrees. There’s also Apollos College, which ranks 23rd for top online doctoral degree programs in business.

    For high schoolers, there's Edison High School, Huntington Beach High School, and Marina High School.

    Huntington Beach, CA Education Statistics

    • No High School3%
    • Some High School20%
    • Some College30%
    • Associate Degree9%
    • Bachelor Degree24%
    • Graduate Degree14%

    Tips for Renting in Huntington Beach

    So you want to move to Huntington Beach? Great choice! Here are a few rental tips to get you started.

    The rental laws of California require a landlord to disclose certain information before renting to a tenant. That includes how gas and electricity is used, and if there's any toxic mold that could cause potential health concerns.

    Other tenant laws in California include the right to withhold rent, sue the landlord in small claims court, and move out without a notice.

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