Brea, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
47,337 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
50.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$124,837 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$874,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$855 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,144 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim 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

Orange County
4
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 56
Feb 3 0 57
Mar 2 0 59
Apr 1 0 62
May 0 0 66
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 75
Sep 0 0 73
Oct 1 0 67
Nov 1 0 60
Dec 2 0 56

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 45, CA State Senate District 30, CA Assembly District 59, CA
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Schools

Brea Country Hills Elementary
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Brea Canyon High (Continuation)
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Brea-Olinda High
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
William E Fanning Elementary
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Hope International University
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Fullerton College
5 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Placentia Linda Hospital
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Jude Medical Center
4 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

John Wayne Airport-Orange County
17 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Ontario International Airport
18 miles, E • 2.3 star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
18 miles, W • 1.9 star
Los Angeles International Airport
31 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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