West Menlo Park, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
9/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
9/10
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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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
3,382
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
84.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$250,001
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$2,000,001
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,244
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,085
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
San Mateo County
3
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont 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
San Mateo County
4
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
7
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 | 64 |
| 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 deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.
Liberal (65%) (31%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 20%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 16, CA State Senate District 13, CA Assembly District 23, CASchools
Phillips Brooks School
<1 miles, SW
La Entrada Middle
<1 miles, S
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4.6
Las Lomitas Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Hillview Middle
<1 miles, E
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4.6
Colleges
Menlo College
2 miles, NE
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3.2
Stanford University
2 miles, SE
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5
Canada College
4 miles, NW
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1.4
Palo Alto University
4 miles, S
Hospitals
Stanford Health Care
2 miles, SE
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5
Menlo Park Surgical Hospital
3 miles, E
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Redwood City
4 miles, N
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4.1
Airports
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
16 miles, SE
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3.2
San Francisco International Airport
16 miles, N
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4.6
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
20 miles, N
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3.2
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
62 miles, E
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