Fullerton, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
141,278 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,219 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$859,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$790 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,966 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
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

Orange County
4
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 56
Feb 3 0 57
Mar 2 0 59
Apr 1 0 62
May 0 0 66
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 72
Oct 1 0 68
Nov 1 0 61
Dec 2 0 56

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 6%

Schools

Berkeley School
<1 miles, W
Laguna Road Elementary
<1 miles, N 5 star
Golden Hill Elementary
<1 miles, W 3.7 star
Fullerton Union High
<1 miles, S 3.7 star

Colleges

Fullerton College
<1 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

St Jude Medical Center
<1 miles, NE 5 star
Anaheim Global Medical Center
5 miles, S 2.3 star
Placentia Linda Hospital
5 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
14 miles, W 1.9 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
15 miles, S 2.8 star
Ontario International Airport
22 miles, E 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
28 miles, NW 4.6 star