Brookdale, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
1,308 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,603 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
54 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$810,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,322 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,687 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 49
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 2 0 58
May 1 0 62
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 69
Aug 0 0 69
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 5 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.

Liberal (71%) (22%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 21%
Hillary Clinton 71%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Boulder Creek Elementary
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary
3 miles, S • 4.1 star
San Lorenzo Valley Middle
3 miles, S • 2.3 star
SLVUSD Charter
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

West Valley College
12 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Dominican Hospital
11 miles, S • 4.1 star
Good Samaritan Hospital
14 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
38 miles, N • 4.6 star
Monterey Regional Airport
39 miles, S • 1 star
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