Truckee-Grass Valley Urban Area, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
102,452
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
39.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$84,905
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$602,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$900
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,371
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.7%
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 | 7 | 9 | 39 |
| Feb | 7 | 10 | 41 |
| Mar | 6 | 9 | 44 |
| Apr | 3 | 4 | 48 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 5 | 4 | 45 |
| Dec | 8 | 9 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.
Liberal (45%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, CA State Senate District 1, CA Assembly District 1, CASchools
Washington Elementary
4 miles, N
Alta-Dutch Flat Elementary
6 miles, SW
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3.2
Twin Ridges Special Education Preschool
13 miles, NW
Grizzly Hill
13 miles, NW
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2.8
Colleges
Sierra College
42 miles, SW
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1.4
Yuba College
43 miles, W
•
1.4
William Jessup University
43 miles, SW
•
1.9
Sierra Nevada College
45 miles, SE
•
2.3
Hospitals
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
16 miles, W
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2.3
Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
30 miles, SW
•
5
Tahoe Forest Hospital
30 miles, E
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4.1
Eastern Plumas Hospital-Portola Campus
39 miles, NE
Airports
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
55 miles, E
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2.3
Sacramento International Airport
61 miles, W
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3.2
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
100 miles, SW
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1
Redding Municipal Airport
116 miles, N
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1