Tahoe Vista, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
821 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,264 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$817,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,100 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$911 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
21.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Placer County
2
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

Placer County
4
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metro Area
4
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 31 32
Feb 5 32 34
Mar 4 27 38
Apr 2 12 42
May 2 2 50
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 0 0 65
Aug 0 0 64
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 2 2 49
Nov 4 12 38
Dec 6 29 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 6%

Schools

Kings Beach Elementary
2 miles, SE 2.8 star
Tahoe Expedition Academy
2 miles, SE 5 star
North Tahoe
5 miles, SW 3.2 star

Colleges

Sierra Nevada College
6 miles, SE 2.3 star
Western Nevada College
15 miles, SE 1.4 star
Carrington College-Reno
21 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Tahoe Forest Hospital
9 miles, NW 4.1 star
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SE 4.1 star
Renown South Meadows Medical Center
21 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
23 miles, NE 2.3 star
Sacramento International Airport
91 miles, W 3.2 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
113 miles, SW 1 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
130 miles, S 1 star