Avenal, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
13,441 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
89.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,986 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$224,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$842 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kings County
5
Hanford-Corcoran 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

Kings County
4
Hanford-Corcoran Metro Area
4
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 47
Feb 2 0 51
Mar 2 0 56
Apr 1 0 60
May 0 0 67
Jun 0 0 73
Jul 0 0 79
Aug 0 0 78
Sep 0 0 73
Oct 0 0 64
Nov 1 0 53
Dec 1 0 46

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, CA State Senate District 16, CA Assembly District 33, CA
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Sunrise High (Continuation)
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Reef-Sunset Secondary Community Day
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Avenal High
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Reef Sunset Middle
2 miles, SW • 1 star
Browse all schools near Hanford-Corcoran Metro Area

Colleges

West Hills College-Coalinga
16 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Design's School of Cosmetology
41 miles, W • 1 star
Browse all colleges near Hanford-Corcoran Metro Area

Hospitals

Adventist Health Hanford
32 miles, E • 2.3 star
Twin Cities Community Hospital
47 miles, W • 1.4 star
Browse all hospitals near Hanford-Corcoran Metro Area

Airports

Fresno Yosemite International Airport
56 miles, NE • 1.4 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
62 miles, SW • 1 star
Meadows Field
72 miles, SE • 1 star
Browse all airports near Hanford-Corcoran Metro Area