Big Pine, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
1,464 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,647 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$281,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$578 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$849 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Inyo County
7
Bishop Urban Area
7
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Inyo County
5
Bishop Urban Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 4 0 41
Mar 3 0 45
Apr 2 0 50
May 1 0 58
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 1 0 66
Oct 1 0 56
Nov 2 0 46
Dec 3 0 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 4, CA Assembly District 8, CA
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Schools

Big Pine Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Big Pine High
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Bishop Independent Study
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Reedley College
75 miles, W • 1.4 star
Clovis Adult Education
80 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Northern Inyo Hospital
15 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mammoth Hospital
49 miles, NW
Adventist Health Reedley
75 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
44 miles, N • 1 star
Meadows Field
127 miles, SW • 1 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
169 miles, NW • 1 star
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