Alhambra, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
81,483 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,189 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$812,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$725 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,743 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Los Angeles County
6
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Los Angeles County
5
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 58
Feb 4 0 58
Mar 3 0 60
Apr 1 0 62
May 0 0 66
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 75
Sep 0 0 73
Oct 1 0 68
Nov 1 0 62
Dec 2 0 56

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 75% of residents leaning left and 20% leaning right.

Liberal (77%) (20%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 15%
Hillary Clinton 81%
Other 4%

Schools

William Northrup Elementary
<1 miles, NE 2.3 star
Foothill Preparatory School
<1 miles, NE 5 star
Independence High (Alternative)
<1 miles, N 3.2 star

Colleges

Alhambra Beauty College
<1 miles, NE 1 star
Platt College-Los Angeles
<1 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Alhambra Hospital Medical Center
<1 miles, NW 4.1 star
Garfield Medical Center
1 miles, S 4.1 star
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
2 miles, E 4.1 star
Monterey Park Hospital
2 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

Bob Hope Airport
15 miles, NW 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
18 miles, W 4.6 star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
18 miles, SW 1.9 star
Ontario International Airport
31 miles, SE 2.3 star