Planada, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
3,524 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,588 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$349 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$845 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Merced County
6
Merced Metro Area
6
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Merced County
6
Merced Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 44
Feb 3 1 47
Mar 3 1 51
Apr 1 0 55
May 1 0 63
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 69
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, CA State Senate District 14, CA Assembly District 27, CA
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Schools

Planada Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Cesar E Chavez Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Plainsburg Union Elementary
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Le Grand High
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Milan Institute-Merced
9 miles, NW • 1 star
Merced College
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sierra College of Beauty
10 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
John C Fremont Healthcare District
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
Madera Community Hospital
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
Emanuel Medical Center
32 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
65 miles, NW • 1 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
84 miles, E • 1 star
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