Montara, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
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 8/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,897 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$201,367 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,467,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$898 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,603 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 5%

Schools

Farallone View Elementary
<1 miles, W 2.3 star
Pacifica Independent Home Study
3 miles, N 3.2 star
Alma Heights Christian School
3 miles, NE 5 star

Colleges

Skyline College
6 miles, NE 2.3 star
Unitek College
8 miles, NE
College of San Mateo
9 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Peninsula Medical Center
7 miles, E 5 star
Seton Medical Center
9 miles, NE 3.2 star
San Mateo Medical Center
11 miles, SE 2.3 star

Airports