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El Cajon has a population of 104,449 with a median age of 36.1. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 104,449 |
| Median Age | 36.1 |
| White | 56.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.5% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 29.0% |
| Other / Two or More Races | 2.6% |
The median household income in El Cajon is $67,511, which is 16.2% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $31,254. The poverty rate is 20.5%.
The unemployment rate in El Cajon is 4.7%, compared to the national rate of 4.1%.
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In El Cajon, 84.4% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 23.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7.4% with a graduate or professional degree).
| Education Level | % of Adults (25+) |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Higher | 84.4% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 23.0% |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 7.4% |
The median home value in El Cajon is $681,700, above the national median of $303,400. The median monthly rent is $1,856. The homeownership rate is 41.5%.
| Housing Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $681,700 |
| Median Monthly Rent | $1,856 |
| Homeownership Rate | 41.5% |
| Vacancy Rate | 3.7% |
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