Calpella, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
555 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,056 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$484,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$865 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,163 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mendocino County
6
Ukiah Urban 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

Mendocino County
3
Ukiah Urban Area
3
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (26%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer Mediterranean climate. Hot dry summers and mild wetter winters typical of Mediterranean regions. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 0 45
Feb 7 0 48
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 2 0 55
May 1 0 60
Jun 0 0 68
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 2 0 60
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 7 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Calpella Elementary
<1 miles, W · 1.4star
Eagle Peak Middle
3 miles, N · 1.4star

Colleges

Mendocino College
4 miles, SW · 1.4star
Empire College
58 miles, S · 1.4star

Hospitals

Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
6 miles, SW · 3.2star
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
18 miles, SE · 4.1star
Mendocino Coast District Hospital
35 miles, NW · 3.2star

Airports

Sacramento International Airport
94 miles, SE · 3.2star
Redding Municipal Airport
100 miles, NE · 1star