Benicia, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
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
26,861 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$125,040 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$778,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$774 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,008 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Solano County
5
Vallejo 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

Solano County
6
Vallejo Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 4 0 51
Mar 3 0 54
Apr 1 0 58
May 1 0 63
Jun 0 0 68
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 4 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Schools

Matthew Turner Elementary
<1 miles, N 4.1 star
Joe Henderson Elementary
1 miles, NW 3.7 star
Benicia Middle
1 miles, W 2.3 star
Robert Semple Elementary
1 miles, S 3.2 star

Colleges

Diablo Valley College
8 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sutter Solano Medical Center
6 miles, NW 2.3 star

Airports

San Francisco International Airport
34 miles, SW 4.6 star