Lee Vining, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
557 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
72.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$129,407 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$423,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$628 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,629 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mono County
6
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

Mono County
5
California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 12 37
Feb 5 12 39
Mar 4 11 43
Apr 2 4 48
May 1 1 56
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 69
Sep 1 0 64
Oct 2 1 54
Nov 3 4 44
Dec 5 9 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 4, CA Assembly District 8, CA
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Schools

Lee Vining Elementary
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
TIOGA Community
<1 miles, E
Lee Vining High
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Bridgeport Elementary
22 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Columbia College
69 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Lake Tahoe Community College
81 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mammoth Hospital
23 miles, S
John C Fremont Healthcare District
56 miles, W • 3.2 star
Northern Inyo Hospital
57 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
28 miles, S • 1 star
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
88 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
112 miles, N • 2.3 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
115 miles, W • 1 star
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