The Participating Communities of the Green Empowerment Zone

San Pablo

aerial view of san pablo, ca neighborhood

San Pablo Supports Commercial Growth and Sustainability

San Pablo offers commercial development opportunities in proximity to larger Bay Area markets. Its municipal policies encourage clean energy projects, sustainable building practices, and workforce engagement.

Business Advantages:

  • Available commercial and light industrial space
  • Programs to support sustainable development
  • Local workforce ready for green technology and services

Population Demographics

As of 2026 the population of San Pablo is 31,807. The population is expected to shrink to 31,663 by 2031 - a growth rate of -0.09%.

The median age of San Pablo residents is 36.

The diversity index of San Pablo is 85.9, meaning that there is a 86% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in San Pablo is $98,235 and projected to be $112,034 in 2031. Per capita income is $29,719, projected to be $34,179 in 2031. 2.07% of households – 659 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $709,698 and the average disposable income is $75,184.

There are 9,983 housing units in San Pablo; 4,192 are owner-occupied, 5,390 are rented, and 401 are vacant. The average home value is $704,334, with 334 homes built in 2010 or later, and 628 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 658 businesses in San Pablo, employing 5,121 workers and pulling from a labor force of 13,860 age 16 and above. 6,302 workers commute into San Pablo from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

7,542 residents both live and work in/around San Pablo. The average travel time is 32.3 minutes. 1.46% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 5.08% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 8,806 drive alone, 2,247 carpool, and 776 take public transportation. 636 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 1,228 residents work from home.

6,569 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,885 have associates degrees, 3,208 have bachelor’s degrees, and 939 hold a graduate or professional degree.

Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31