Pescadero, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
478 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,150 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,843,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,142 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$770 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5% 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 6 1 49
Feb 6 1 51
Mar 4 1 53
Apr 2 0 56
May 1 0 60
Jun 0 0 65
Jul 0 0 68
Aug 0 0 68
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 5 0 49

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, CA State Senate District 13, CA Assembly District 23, CA
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Schools

Pescadero High
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Pescadero Elementary and Middle
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Camp Glenwood
7 miles, E • 3.2 star
La Honda Elementary
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Canada College
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Foothill College
16 miles, E • 2.3 star
Stanford University
17 miles, NE • 5 star
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Hospitals

Stanford Health Care
17 miles, NE • 5 star
Sequoia Hospital
18 miles, NE • 5 star
El Camino Hospital
19 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
26 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Monterey Regional Airport
54 miles, S • 1 star
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