Benbow, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
401 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,548 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
49.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$336,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$970 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,561 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Humboldt County
5
Eureka-Arcata Urban 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

Humboldt County
6
Eureka-Arcata Urban Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 8 0 44
Feb 7 1 47
Mar 7 7 49
Apr 2 0 52
May 2 0 57
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 2 0 57
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 10 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 44% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CA State Senate District 2, CA Assembly District 2, CA
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Schools

Southern Humboldt Community
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Redway Elementary
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
Whitethorn Elementary
10 miles, W • 2.3 star
Whale Gulch High
12 miles, W
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Colleges

College of the Redwoods
50 miles, N • 1.4 star
Humboldt State University
59 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Redwood Memorial Hospital
41 miles, N • 4.1 star
Mendocino Coast District Hospital
43 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Adventist Health Howard Memorial
52 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Redding Municipal Airport
84 miles, E • 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
150 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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