Bonny Doon, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,946 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$163,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,135,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$879 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,719 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Cruz County
4
Santa Cruz-Watsonville Metro Area
4
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Cruz County
5
Santa Cruz-Watsonville Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 2 0 58
May 1 0 61
Jun 0 0 65
Jul 0 0 67
Aug 0 0 67
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 3 0 55
Dec 5 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 72% of residents leaning left and 20% leaning right.

Liberal (73%) (20%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 18%
Hillary Clinton 75%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, CA State Senate District 17, CA Assembly District 28, CA
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Schools

Bonny Doon Elementary
1 miles, N • 3.7 star
SLVUSD Charter
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
San Lorenzo Valley High
3 miles, E • 4.1 star
San Lorenzo Valley Middle
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of California-Santa Cruz
5 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Cabrillo College
12 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Dominican Hospital
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
18 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Monterey Regional Airport
36 miles, S • 1 star
San Francisco International Airport
42 miles, N • 4.6 star
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