El Cerrito welcomes developers, brokers and investors into our community. The City boasts unsurpassable access to transportation, an educated workforce, a population with a respectable household income and an enviable quality of life.

El Cerrito is a stable community that enjoys a higher than market area average income, educational levels, and home ownership. As of the 2000 U.S. Census, the City's population is 23,171 with an average household income of $69,397 and a per capita income of $32,593. The median age is 43 years, and approximately 63% own their home.

With 2 Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) stations in the City, major bus lines & direct access to Interstate 80, the major link between San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland, residents, employers and businesses enjoy easy access to the East Bay and environs.

El Cerrito residents are highly educated. 22% of the residents hold at least an Associate degree or some college, with 30% obtaining Bachelor's degrees and 25% obtaining graduate or professional degrees.

Demographic figures are based on projections by Claritas, Inc. / McGill Martin Self, Inc.

For 2000 U.S. Census figures, click here.

Residents enjoy the amenities of urban living with ease. There is a wealth of recreational, cultural and educational opportunities available. The University of California at nearby Berkeley is world-renowned for its educational excellence. In nearby San Pablo, Contra Costa Community College offers general and vocational training.

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