Garnet, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
6,979 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,082 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$661 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,298 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Riverside County
4
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
4
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Riverside County
6
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 55
Feb 2 0 56
Mar 2 0 60
Apr 1 0 64
May 0 0 70
Jun 0 0 76
Jul 0 0 82
Aug 0 0 83
Sep 0 0 78
Oct 1 0 70
Nov 1 0 60
Dec 1 0 54

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Schools

Bubbling Wells Elementary
2 miles, N 1.9 star
Desert Springs Middle
2 miles, N 1.4 star
Julius Corsini Elementary
2 miles, NE 1 star
Two Bunch Palms Elementary
3 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

Milan Institute-Palm Desert
12 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

Desert Regional Medical Center
7 miles, SW 2.3 star
Eisenhower Medical Center
11 miles, S 4.1 star
Hi-Desert Medical Center
19 miles, NE 3.2 star
John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital
20 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
6 miles, SW 1.9 star
Ontario International Airport
65 miles, NW 2.3 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
82 miles, W 2.8 star
San Diego International Airport
92 miles, SW 4.1 star