California, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
5,046 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
33.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$678 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
2
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
2
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 27
Feb 3 7 30
Mar 3 4 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 6 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, PA State Senate District 46, PA State House District 50, PA
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Schools

California Area MS
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
California Area Intermediate MS
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
California Area El Sch
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
California Area SHS
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Douglas Education Center
7 miles, NE • 1 star
Laurel Business Institute
15 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Monongahela Valley Hospital
8 miles, N • 3.2 star
Uniontown Hospital
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
Highlands Hospital
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Jefferson Hospital
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
30 miles, E • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
34 miles, N • 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
100 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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