Residents of Pacifica enjoy access to a variety of city services, educational institutions and commercial enterprises. Pacifica's strong sense of community is evidenced by the array of places of worship, social groups and local organizations that are active within its boundaries.

Further information on Pacifica can be found in the latest Indicators Report by Sustainable San Mateo County. This report tracks 33 economic, social and environmental indicators that provide an objective look at the overall health of San Mateo County.