Stanford, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 8/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Bike-Friendly. Biking is convenient and safe for most trips, with good infrastructure and reasonable access to key destinations.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
17,958 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
34.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
91.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,651 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
43.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$2,000,001 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,911 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Clara County
4
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara 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

Santa Clara County
5
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 50
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 3 0 55
Apr 1 0 57
May 1 0 61
Jun 0 0 65
Jul 0 0 67
Aug 0 0 67
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 4 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, CA State Senate District 13, CA Assembly District 23, CA
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Schools

Escondido Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Palo Alto High
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Stanford University
<1 miles, NE • 5 star
Menlo College
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Stanford Health Care
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
18 miles, N • 4.6 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
60 miles, E • 1 star
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