Buena Vista, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
624 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,664 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$225,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,182 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.4% 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 6 4 44
Feb 6 4 47
Mar 5 4 50
Apr 3 2 54
May 2 0 62
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 1 0 70
Oct 2 0 60
Nov 4 1 50
Dec 6 4 43

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 6%

Schools

Ione Junior High
4 miles, N 1.4 star
Ione Elementary
4 miles, N 1.9 star
Argonaut High
8 miles, E 3.2 star
Independence High (Continuation)
8 miles, E 3.2 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Sutter Amador Hospital
9 miles, E 4.1 star
Mark Twain Medical Center
15 miles, SE 3.2 star
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
23 miles, W 3.2 star
Mercy Hospital of Folsom
29 miles, N 2.3 star

Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
33 miles, SW 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
46 miles, NW 3.2 star