South Lake Tahoe, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
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Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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
21,319
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$73,940
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$630,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$787
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,352
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
El Dorado County
3
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom 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
El Dorado County
3
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metro Area
4
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 15 | 32 |
| Feb | 3 | 14 | 34 |
| Mar | 3 | 16 | 39 |
| Apr | 1 | 7 | 44 |
| May | 1 | 2 | 51 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 1 | 1 | 59 |
| Oct | 1 | 2 | 49 |
| Nov | 2 | 8 | 39 |
| Dec | 3 | 11 | 32 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.
Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 42%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 4, CA Assembly District 1, CASchools
South Tahoe Middle
<1 miles, NE
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1.9
Blue Ridge
<1 miles, NE
Tahoe Valley Elementary
1 miles, W
•
1.4
Bijou Community
1 miles, E
•
1.9
Colleges
Lake Tahoe Community College
<1 miles, SE
•
1.4
Western Nevada College
20 miles, NE
•
1.4
Sierra Nevada College
22 miles, NE
•
2.3
Carrington College-Reno
38 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Barton Memorial Hospital
1 miles, SW
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5
Carson Valley Medical Center
14 miles, SE
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3.2
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
22 miles, NE
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4.1
Incline Village Community Hospital
22 miles, NE
Airports
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
41 miles, NE
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2.3
Sacramento International Airport
88 miles, W
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3.2
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
99 miles, SW
•
1
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
109 miles, S
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1