Searles Valley, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- 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
1,698
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,625
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$68,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$418
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$473
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
San Bernardino County
5
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
4
California
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
San Bernardino County
5
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Area
5
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 0 | 45 |
| Feb | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| Mar | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Apr | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 81 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Oct | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| Nov | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 1 | 0 | 44 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 23, CA State Senate District 19, CA Assembly District 34, CASchools
Trona Elementary
1 miles, E
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1.9
Trona High
2 miles, E
•
2.3
Richmond Elementary
16 miles, W
•
2.8
Murray Middle
18 miles, W
•
2.3
Colleges
Cerro Coso Community College
21 miles, W
•
1
Barstow Community College
66 miles, S
•
1.4
Lancaster Beauty School
86 miles, SW
•
1
University of Antelope Valley
86 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
18 miles, W
Weed ACH (FT Irwin)
53 miles, SE
Kern Valley Healthcare District
57 miles, W
•
3.2
Barstow Community Hospital
64 miles, S
•
2.3
Airports
Meadows Field
96 miles, W
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1
Ontario International Airport
119 miles, SW
•
2.3
Bob Hope Airport
121 miles, SW
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2.3
McCarran International Airport
127 miles, E
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4.6