Myrtletown, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
5,028 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,543 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$437,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,382 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Humboldt County
5
Eureka-Arcata Urban 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

Humboldt County
6
Eureka-Arcata Urban Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 2 44
Feb 6 1 46
Mar 5 1 49
Apr 3 0 52
May 2 0 58
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 0 0 68
Aug 0 0 68
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 6 0 48
Dec 8 2 43

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (30%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 26%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CA State Senate District 2, CA Assembly District 2, CA
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Schools

Lafayette Elementary
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Catherine L Zane Middle
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Humboldt State University
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
College of the Redwoods
7 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph Hospital
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Sempervirens
2 miles, W
Mad River Community Hospital
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Redwood Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Redding Municipal Airport
98 miles, SE • 1 star
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