Seal Beach feels like a vintage California postcard brought to life. It’s quiet, coastal, and full of character, with a community that values simplicity, local shops, and ocean air over anything flashy.
Main Street is the town’s gathering place. You’ll find surf shops, small cafés, family run restaurants, and boutique stores all within a short stroll of the beach. The pier, sunsets, and oceanfront pathways make it a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.
Seal Beach offers wide, clean beaches perfect for swimming, surfing, long walks, and relaxed weekend picnics. The Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge adds a natural, untouched landscape that gives the city a unique coastal feel. It’s a town where being outside is part of daily life.
Neighborhoods here are peaceful and friendly, with tree lined streets and well-kept homes. Whether you’re near Old Town, College Park East, or The Hill, each area has its own charm and strong sense of community.
Seal Beach moves at a calmer pace. Local events, farmers markets, and classic holiday parades bring residents together. It’s a place where people know each other, stop to chat, and enjoy an easygoing lifestyle you don’t find in many coastal cities.
People who want coastal living without the crowds. Retirees, families, and anyone who loves a slower, seaside lifestyle are drawn to Seal Beach’s peaceful energy and classic beach town feel.
24,868 people live in Seal Beach, where the median age is 61.2 and the average individual income is $67,571. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Seal Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Jenny Worth Fitness, ProgressiFitness, and Off the Hook Kiteboarding.
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| Active | 4.3 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.97 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.61 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.88 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.07 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.01 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.85 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.61 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.11 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.87 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Seal Beach has 12,948 households, with an average household size of 1.9. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Seal Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 24,868 people call Seal Beach home. The population density is 2,206.91 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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