Caruthers, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
2,143 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,722 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$288,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$479 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $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

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 deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 8 44
Feb 4 9 47
Mar 3 7 52
Apr 2 3 56
May 1 1 64
Jun 0 0 71
Jul 0 0 77
Aug 0 0 76
Sep 0 0 71
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 3 50
Dec 3 6 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Caruthers High
<1 miles, SE · 3.7star
MARC High
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Caruthers Elementary
<1 miles, SE · 2.3star
Alvina Elementary Charter
3 miles, E · 2.3star

Colleges

Fresno Pacific University
14 miles, NE · 2.3star
Fresno City College
16 miles, NE · 1.4star
California Christian College
16 miles, NE · 1star

Hospitals

Community Regional Medical Center
14 miles, NE · 1.4star
Adventist Health Hanford
18 miles, S · 2.3star
Saint Agnes Medical Center
21 miles, NE · 2.3star

Airports

Meadows Field
88 miles, S · 1star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
93 miles, NE · 1star
San Luis County Regional Airport
100 miles, SW · 1star