Carmichael, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
78,070 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,376 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$541,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$703 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,406 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sacramento County
5
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom 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

Sacramento County
5
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metro Area
4
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (48%) 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 4 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 3 0 54
Apr 1 0 58
May 1 0 66
Jun 0 0 72
Jul 0 0 77
Aug 0 0 76
Sep 0 0 72
Oct 1 0 64
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 4 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Carmichael Elementary
<1 miles, NE · 1.4star
Mary Deterding Elementary
<1 miles, S · 4.1star
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Colleges

American River College
2 miles, N · 1.4star
Epic Bible College
2 miles, NW · 1star
MTI College
2 miles, N · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Mercy San Juan Medical Center
3 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Airports

Sacramento International Airport
15 miles, NW · 3.2star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
51 miles, S · 1star
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