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La Selva Beach

City in California, United States

Overview

La Selva Beach is a serene coastal community in Santa Cruz County, California, known for its quiet beaches, natural beauty, and close-knit residential vibe. It offers a laid-back atmosphere ideal for families, nature lovers, and those seeking relaxation near the Pacific Ocean.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
36.94°, -121.86°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,990
Local Cost
$2,980
Local Income
$5,800
Cashless
98
English
100
Temperature
13.7°C
Summer Avg
17.3°C
Winter Avg
9.7°C
Record High
41.7°C
Record Low
-2.8°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
522 mm
Internet Speed
356 Mbps
Upload
244 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
11
Walk Score
11
Footways
22.0
Airport
WVI
Distance
7 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 11 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.

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