Dorrington, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
512 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$155,357 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$383,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$571 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,183 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
13.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calaveras County
5
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

Calaveras County
3
California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 4 40
Feb 6 4 43
Mar 5 4 47
Apr 3 2 52
May 2 0 59
Jun 0 0 66
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 1 0 66
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 4 1 47
Dec 6 4 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Schools

Hazel Fischer Elementary
5 miles, W 2.8 star
Avery Middle
9 miles, SW 3.2 star
Rail Road Flat Elementary
14 miles, NW 2.8 star
South Fork High
15 miles, S

Colleges

Columbia College
20 miles, SW 1.4 star
Lake Tahoe Community College
46 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Adventist Health Sonora
23 miles, SW 3.2 star
Mark Twain Medical Center
23 miles, W 3.2 star
Sutter Amador Hospital
27 miles, NW 4.1 star
Marshall Medical Center
41 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
60 miles, W 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
76 miles, NW 3.2 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
87 miles, NE 2.3 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
91 miles, SE 1 star