Downieville, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
174 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$112,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$350,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$665 $612 (US)
Median Rent
- $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
23.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sierra County
3
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

Sierra County
2
California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 10 35
Feb 9 9 37
Mar 8 8 41
Apr 4 3 45
May 2 0 53
Jun 1 0 60
Jul 0 0 67
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 7 3 41
Dec 10 9 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 1, CA Assembly District 1, CA
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Schools

Downieville Junior-Senior High
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Downieville Elementary
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Camptonville Elementary
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Butte College
44 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Yuba College
50 miles, W • 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
52 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Tahoe Forest Hospital
37 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
56 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Sacramento International Airport
74 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Redding Municipal Airport
101 miles, NW • 1 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
119 miles, SW • 1 star
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