El Dorado County, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
192,299 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,190 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$640,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$866 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,392 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metro Area
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

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metro Area
4
California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 19 40
Feb 5 19 42
Mar 4 20 46
Apr 2 8 50
May 1 2 58
Jun 0 0 65
Jul 0 0 71
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 65
Oct 2 2 56
Nov 4 11 46
Dec 5 16 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 8%

Schools

Pinewood Elementary
3 miles, W 1.4 star
Sierra Ridge Middle
4 miles, SW 2.3 star
Camino Elementary
8 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Lake Tahoe Community College
32 miles, E 1.4 star
Sierra College
36 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Marshall Medical Center
14 miles, W 3.2 star
Barton Memorial Hospital
30 miles, E 5 star
Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
32 miles, NW 5 star
Sutter Amador Hospital
33 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Sacramento International Airport
57 miles, W 3.2 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
64 miles, NE 2.3 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
72 miles, SW 1 star