Ocotillo, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
157 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$22,989 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
55.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$507 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$710 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Imperial County
5
El Centro 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

Imperial County
6
El Centro Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 52
Feb 1 0 55
Mar 1 0 60
Apr 0 0 65
May 0 0 72
Jun 0 0 79
Jul 0 0 85
Aug 0 0 85
Sep 0 0 80
Oct 0 0 69
Nov 0 0 59
Dec 1 0 52

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 4%

Schools

Clover Flat Elementary
18 miles, W 2.8 star
Seeley Elementary
18 miles, E 1.4 star
McCabe Elementary
24 miles, E 4.1 star

Colleges

CET-El Centro
26 miles, E 1.4 star
Imperial Valley College
30 miles, E 1.4 star
Cuyamaca College
55 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

El Centro Regional Medical Center
25 miles, E 2.3 star
Grossmont Hospital
59 miles, NW 2.3 star
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
60 miles, W 5 star

Airports

San Diego International Airport
69 miles, W 4.1 star
Palm Springs International Airport
80 miles, N 1.9 star
John Wayne Airport-Orange County
126 miles, NW 2.8 star
Ontario International Airport
129 miles, NW 2.3 star