What is the median household income in Pepperdine University?

The median household income in Pepperdine University, CA is $170,197 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.4%.

Pepperdine University, CA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Pepperdine University, CA?

Pepperdine University has a violent crime rate of 558.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1902.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What are the schools like in Pepperdine University, CA?

School district data for Pepperdine University is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

Q: What is the weather like in Pepperdine University, CA?

Pepperdine University has an average high temperature of 62.0°F in January and 69.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches.

Is Pepperdine University, CA a Good Place to Live?

Pepperdine University is a small town of 2,741 in California, with a median household income of $170,197 and a 9.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 116 (US average = 100), which is 16% above the national average.

Strengths: Pepperdine University stands out for a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Pepperdine University is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pepperdine University city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 115.5

Pepperdine University's overall cost of living index is 115.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pepperdine University costs roughly 16% more than the average American city.

Metric	Pepperdine University, CA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$689,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$170,197	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Pepperdine University's violent crime rate is 558.4 per 100,000 residents — 47% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

558.4 /100k

Property Crime

1902.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Pepperdine University, CA	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	95.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pepperdine University sees average highs of 62.0°F in January and 69.4°F in July, with 22.4 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Pepperdine University, CA
Average High — January	62.0°F
Average High — July	69.4°F
Annual Precipitation	22.4"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Pepperdine University, CA	National Avg
Population	2,741	—
Median Age	20.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	57.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	7.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.1%	18.9%
Asian	22.8%	6.3%
Under 18	5.4%	22.2%
65 and over	3.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Malibu, CA 3 mi Calabasas, CA 7 mi Topanga, CA 7 mi Agoura Hills, CA 8 mi Hidden Hills, CA 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University, CA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

90263

Pepperdine University vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pepperdine University, CA affordable or expensive?

Pepperdine University's cost of living index is 116, where 100 is the national average. That puts Pepperdine University roughly 16% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $689,500 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Pepperdine University, CA?

Pepperdine University's violent crime rate is 558.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1902.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Pepperdine University?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Pepperdine University, CA a good place to live?

Pepperdine University, CA has a population of 2,741, a median household income of $170,197, and an unemployment rate of 9.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Pepperdine University?

Pepperdine University averages 62.0°F in January and 69.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.4 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pepperdine University?

Pepperdine University, CA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 90263.

What is the population of Pepperdine University?

The population of Pepperdine University, California is 2,741 with a median age of 20.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pepperdine University?

Key numbers for living in Pepperdine University: cost of living index 116 (100 = US average), median home $689,500, median household income $170,197, crime index 124 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pepperdine University side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.