Desert View Highlands, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
3,389 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$321,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$613 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,520 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Los Angeles County
6
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim 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

Los Angeles County
5
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 45
Feb 2 0 49
Mar 2 0 53
Apr 1 0 58
May 0 0 67
Jun 0 0 75
Jul 0 0 81
Aug 0 0 80
Sep 0 0 74
Oct 1 0 64
Nov 1 0 53
Dec 1 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 27, CA State Senate District 23, CA Assembly District 34, CA
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Schools

Dos Caminos Dual Immersion
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Palmdale Discovery Center
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Ocotillo Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Career Care Institute
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Antelope Valley College
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of Antelope Valley
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Lancaster Beauty School
7 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Palmdale Regional Medical Center
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Antelope Valley Hospital
7 miles, N • 1.4 star
Lac/Olive View-Ucla Medical Center
25 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bob Hope Airport
29 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
47 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Ontario International Airport
48 miles, S • 2.3 star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
53 miles, S • 1.9 star
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