Visalia Metro Area, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
475,774 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,489 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$303,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$962 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 2 1 45
Feb 2 1 50
Mar 2 1 55
Apr 1 0 60
May 0 0 68
Jun 0 0 74
Jul 0 0 80
Aug 0 0 78
Sep 0 0 73
Oct 0 0 64
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 1 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, CA State Senate District 12, CA Assembly District 32, CA
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Schools

Springville Elementary
7 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Towanits School
14 miles, SW
Granite Hills High
16 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Alta Vista Elementary
16 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Porterville College
18 miles, W • 1.4 star
Milan Institute-Visalia
30 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Sierra View Medical Center
18 miles, W • 1.4 star
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
29 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Meadows Field
57 miles, SW • 1 star
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
64 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
96 miles, N • 1 star
San Luis County Regional Airport
125 miles, W • 1 star
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