Crescent City, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
6,180 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,131 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$468 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$859 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Del Norte County
6
Crescent City Urban Area
6
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Del Norte County
5
Crescent City Urban Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 3 43
Feb 8 1 45
Mar 7 1 47
Apr 5 0 49
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 0 0 63
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 0 59
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 9 1 47
Dec 11 3 43

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CA State Senate District 2, CA Assembly District 2, CA
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Schools

Del Norte Community
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Elk Creek
<1 miles, SE
Bess Maxwell Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Rogue Community College
61 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Humboldt State University
62 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sutter Coast Hospital
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Curry General Hospital
46 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mad River Community Hospital
60 miles, S • 4.1 star
Asante Three Rivers Medical Center
63 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
114 miles, N • 1 star
Redding Municipal Airport
132 miles, SE • 1 star
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