Catheys Valley, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
772 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,494 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$362,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$546 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,125 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
93.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mariposa County
6
California
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mariposa County
4
California
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (61%) 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 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 2 0 56
May 1 0 63
Jun 0 0 70
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 0 0 70
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 51
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Mariposa Elementary
8 miles, E · 1.9star
Monarch Academy
8 miles, E · 1.9star

Colleges

Merced College
22 miles, W · 1.4star
Milan Institute-Merced
22 miles, W · 1star
Sierra College of Beauty
24 miles, W · 1star

Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center
21 miles, W · 1.4star
Madera Community Hospital
33 miles, S · 1.4star
Adventist Health Sonora
41 miles, N · 3.2star

Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
70 miles, E · 1star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
70 miles, NW · 1star