Palmdale, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
8/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
165,487
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$81,151
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$435,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$712
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,501
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Los Angeles County
6
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim 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
Los Angeles County
5
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 0 | 45 |
| Feb | 2 | 0 | 48 |
| Mar | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Apr | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Oct | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 1 | 0 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.
Liberal (65%) (31%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 26%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 27, CA State Senate District 23, CA Assembly District 39, CASchools
Tamarisk Elementary
<1 miles, SE
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1
R Rex Parris High
<1 miles, W
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1
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy
1 miles, S
•
1
Yucca Elementary
1 miles, W
•
1.4
Colleges
University of Antelope Valley
7 miles, N
•
1.4
Career Care Institute
7 miles, N
•
1.4
Antelope Valley College
8 miles, N
•
1.4
Lancaster Beauty School
8 miles, N
•
1
Hospitals
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
2 miles, W
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2.3
Antelope Valley Hospital
7 miles, N
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1.4
Lac/Olive View-Ucla Medical Center
27 miles, W
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2.3
Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital
27 miles, SW
•
1.4
Airports
Bob Hope Airport
31 miles, SW
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2.3
Ontario International Airport
47 miles, S
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2.3
Los Angeles International Airport
48 miles, SW
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4.6
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
54 miles, SW
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1.9