Half Moon Bay, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
11,454 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$153,199 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,467,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,325 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,029 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Mateo County
3
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont 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

San Mateo County
4
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
7
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 49
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 3 0 54
Apr 1 0 57
May 1 0 60
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 0 0 65
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 54
Dec 4 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 17%
Hillary Clinton 78%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, CA State Senate District 13, CA Assembly District 23, CA
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Schools

Alvin S Hatch Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Manuel F Cunha Intermediate
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Half Moon Bay High
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

College of San Mateo
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Notre Dame de Namur University
9 miles, E • 3.2 star
Canada College
10 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

San Mateo Medical Center
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
Peninsula Medical Center
9 miles, NE • 5 star
Sequoia Hospital
10 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
11 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Monterey Regional Airport
69 miles, S • 1 star
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