Burlingame, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
30,526 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$168,832 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$2,000,001 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,152 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,508 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Mateo County
3
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont 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

San Mateo County
4
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
7
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 3 0 55
Apr 1 0 57
May 1 0 60
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 65
Aug 0 0 65
Sep 0 0 65
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 2 0 56
Dec 4 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 20%
Hillary Clinton 72%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, CA State Senate District 13, CA Assembly District 21, CA
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Schools

The Avalon Academy
<1 miles, N • 1 star
McKinley Elementary
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

College of San Mateo
4 miles, S • 1.9 star
Skyline College
6 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Notre Dame de Namur University
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Peninsula Medical Center
1 miles, NW • 5 star
San Mateo Medical Center
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Seton Medical Center
9 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
65 miles, E • 1 star
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