Bowles, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
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
204 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$138,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$381,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$925 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fresno County
6
Fresno Metro Area
6
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fresno County
6
Fresno Metro Area
6
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (42%) Conservative

Climate

Hot semi-arid climate. Hot and dry grassland climate with low rainfall and periodic drought. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 14 42
Feb 4 15 45
Mar 4 14 47
Apr 2 5 52
May 1 2 61
Jun 0 0 69
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 75
Sep 1 0 69
Oct 1 1 59
Nov 2 5 47
Dec 4 10 41

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Pacific Union Elementary
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Monroe Elementary
3 miles, S · 1.9star
Washington Colony Elementary
3 miles, N · 1.9star
Washington High
3 miles, N · 3.2star
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Colleges

Fresno Pacific University
8 miles, NE · 2.3star
California Christian College
10 miles, NE · 1star
Fresno City College
11 miles, N · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Saint Agnes Medical Center
16 miles, N · 2.3star
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Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
86 miles, NE · 1star
Meadows Field
90 miles, S · 1star
San Luis County Regional Airport
107 miles, SW · 1star
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