Selma, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
24,586 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,839 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$288,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$439 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$944 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fresno County
6
Fresno 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

Fresno County
6
Fresno Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 13 42
Feb 4 14 45
Mar 3 13 48
Apr 2 5 53
May 1 1 61
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 69
Oct 1 0 59
Nov 2 4 48
Dec 3 9 41

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, CA State Senate District 14, CA Assembly District 31, CA
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Schools

Selma Independent
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
James Garfield Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Heartland High (Continuation)
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Reedley College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
Fresno Pacific University
13 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Adventist Health Reedley
9 miles, E • 3.2 star
Community Regional Medical Center
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Adventist Health Hanford
17 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Clovis Community Medical Center
18 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
84 miles, NE • 1 star
Meadows Field
84 miles, S • 1 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
109 miles, SW • 1 star
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