Atascadero, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
29,735 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,830 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$673,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$750 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,688 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Luis Obispo County
3
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles Metro Area
3
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

San Luis Obispo County
5
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 49
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 3 0 55
Apr 1 0 58
May 0 0 62
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, CA State Senate District 17, CA Assembly District 30, CA
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Schools

Atascadero High
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Monterey Road Elementary
1 miles, N • 3.2 star
No County Christian School
1 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Cuesta College
11 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Design's School of Cosmetology
11 miles, NE • 1 star
Laurus College
15 miles, S
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Hospitals

Twin Cities Community Hospital
5 miles, N • 1.4 star
French Hospital Medical Center
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
Marian Regional Medical Center
40 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

San Luis County Regional Airport
17 miles, S • 1 star
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
88 miles, S • 1.4 star
Meadows Field
92 miles, SE • 1 star
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