State Senate District 17, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
993,418 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,238 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$812,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$817 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,849 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

California
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 49
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 3 0 54
Apr 1 0 56
May 0 0 60
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 66
Sep 0 0 65
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 54
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 7%

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Congressional District 18, CA Assembly District 29, CA
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Schools

Portola-Butler Continuation High
3 miles, NE • 1.4 star
King City High
3 miles, NE • 2.8 star
King City Arts Magnet
3 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

CET-Soledad
19 miles, N • 1.4 star
West Hills College-Coalinga
44 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Central Coast College
45 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

George L Mee Memorial Hospital
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
44 miles, N • 3.2 star
Natividad Medical Center
45 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Monterey Regional Airport
48 miles, NW • 1 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
70 miles, S • 1 star
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