Alta, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
3/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
740
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$94,718
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$468,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,027
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,215
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Placer County
2
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom 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
Placer County
4
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metro Area
4
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9 | 18 | 38 |
| Feb | 9 | 19 | 40 |
| Mar | 8 | 16 | 43 |
| Apr | 4 | 7 | 47 |
| May | 2 | 1 | 55 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 6 | 7 | 44 |
| Dec | 10 | 16 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 1, CA Assembly District 1, CASchools
Alta-Dutch Flat Elementary
<1 miles, SW
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3.2
Washington Elementary
10 miles, N
Chicago Park Elementary
11 miles, W
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2.8
Chicago Park Community Charter
11 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Sierra College
37 miles, SW
•
1.4
William Jessup University
38 miles, SW
•
1.9
Yuba College
40 miles, W
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1.4
Folsom Lake College
42 miles, SW
Hospitals
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
13 miles, NW
•
2.3
Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
25 miles, SW
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5
Tahoe Forest Hospital
33 miles, E
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4.1
Marshall Medical Center
34 miles, S
•
3.2
Airports
Sacramento International Airport
56 miles, W
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3.2
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
58 miles, E
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2.3
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
94 miles, SW
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1
Charles M Schulz-Sonoma County Airport
119 miles, W
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1