Lucerne, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
3,156 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,460 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$234,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$621 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,020 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
6
Clearlake Urban Area
6
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
5
Clearlake Urban Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 0 46
Feb 6 0 49
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 2 0 56
May 1 0 63
Jun 0 0 70
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 70
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 7 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 9%

Schools

Lucerne Elementary
2 miles, N 1.4 star
East Lake
6 miles, SE 1.4 star
Kelseyville Elementary
6 miles, SW 1.4 star
Mountain Vista Middle
6 miles, SW 1.4 star

Colleges

Mendocino College
26 miles, NW 1.4 star
Pacific Union College
38 miles, S 2.8 star

Hospitals

Sutter Lakeside Hospital
8 miles, NW 4.1 star
Adventist Health Clearlake
12 miles, S 4.1 star
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
24 miles, NW 3.2 star
Healdsburg District Hospital
30 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Sacramento International Airport
68 miles, SE 3.2 star
San Francisco International Airport
102 miles, S 4.6 star