Petaluma Center, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
815 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,199,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$913 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,431 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
1.1% 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 6 0 48
Feb 6 0 51
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 2 0 55
May 1 0 60
Jun 0 0 65
Jul 0 0 67
Aug 0 0 67
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 2 0 61
Nov 4 0 54
Dec 6 0 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CA State Senate District 2, CA Assembly District 12, CA
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Schools

Two Rock Elementary
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Liberty Elementary
5 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Sonoma State University
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Santa Rosa Junior College
15 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Petaluma Valley Hospital
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
49 miles, S • 4.6 star
Sacramento International Airport
72 miles, E • 3.2 star
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