Kirkwood, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
406 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
83.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$145,341 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$568,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
- $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
13.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alpine County
9
Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
2
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alpine County
6
Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
3
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 16 40
Feb 6 16 43
Mar 5 17 47
Apr 3 7 51
May 2 1 58
Jun 1 0 66
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 1 0 66
Oct 2 2 57
Nov 4 9 47
Dec 6 15 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 4, CA Assembly District 1, CA
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Schools

Diamond Valley Elementary
14 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lake Tahoe Community College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Western Nevada College
37 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
39 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Columbia College
49 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Barton Memorial Hospital
16 miles, NE • 5 star
Carson Valley Medical Center
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
38 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
58 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Sacramento International Airport
83 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
84 miles, W • 1 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
99 miles, S • 1 star
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