Buckhorn, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
3,506 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,510 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
51 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$333,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$748 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,188 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Amador County
4
California
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Amador County
3
California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 2 43
Feb 7 3 47
Mar 5 3 50
Apr 2 1 54
May 2 0 61
Jun 1 0 68
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 1 0 69
Oct 2 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 7 2 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CA State Senate District 4, CA Assembly District 1, CA
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Schools

West Point Elementary
4 miles, S • 2.8 star
Pine Grove Youth Conservation Camp
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet
7 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Columbia College
30 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sutter Amador Hospital
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
Mark Twain Medical Center
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Marshall Medical Center
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
Adventist Health Sonora
34 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
54 miles, SW • 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
60 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
83 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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