Placentia, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
52,384 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,575 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$871,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$788 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,104 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
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

Orange County
4
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 56
Feb 3 0 57
Mar 2 0 60
Apr 1 0 62
May 0 0 66
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 73
Oct 1 0 68
Nov 1 0 61
Dec 2 0 56

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 45, CA State Senate District 37, CA Assembly District 59, CA
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Schools

Morse Avenue Elementary
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
John O Tynes Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Hope International University
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Fullerton College
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Placentia Linda Hospital
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
St Jude Medical Center
4 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

John Wayne Airport-Orange County
14 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
18 miles, W • 1.9 star
Ontario International Airport
19 miles, E • 2.3 star
Los Angeles International Airport
32 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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