Occidental, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,162 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
67.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,044 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,204,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$975 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,535 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sonoma County
5
Santa Rosa-Petaluma 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

Sonoma County
3
Santa Rosa-Petaluma Metro Area
3
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 0 48
Feb 7 0 50
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 2 0 56
May 1 0 59
Jun 0 0 64
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 0 0 65
Oct 2 0 60
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 7 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (27%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Salmon Creek School - A Charter
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Plumfield Academy
4 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Empire College
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
Santa Rosa Junior College
12 miles, E • 1.9 star
Sonoma State University
15 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
62 miles, S • 4.6 star
Sacramento International Airport
75 miles, E • 3.2 star
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