Hillsborough, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
11,122 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
85.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
82.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$250,001 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$2,000,001 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,501 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Mateo County
3
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont 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

San Mateo County
4
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
7
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (28%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer Mediterranean climate. Warm dry summers and cool moist winters with moderate seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 3 0 55
Apr 1 0 57
May 1 0 60
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 65
Aug 0 0 65
Sep 0 0 65
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 4 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Crocker Middle
<1 miles, N · 4.6star
West Hillsborough
<1 miles, SW · 5star
North Hillsborough
<1 miles, N · 5star
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Colleges

College of San Mateo
2 miles, S · 1.9star
Notre Dame de Namur University
5 miles, SE · 3.2star
Skyline College
8 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Peninsula Medical Center
3 miles, N · 5star
San Mateo Medical Center
4 miles, SE · 2.3star
Sequoia Hospital
8 miles, SE · 5star
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Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
66 miles, E · 1star
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