Kings Beach, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,493 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$680,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$782 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,146 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Placer County
2
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

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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (68%) 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 5 31 32
Feb 5 32 34
Mar 4 27 38
Apr 2 12 42
May 2 2 50
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 0 0 65
Aug 0 0 64
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 2 2 49
Nov 4 12 38
Dec 6 29 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Tahoe Expedition Academy
<1 miles, SW · 5star
Kings Beach Elementary
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Ischool
4 miles, E · 3.2star
Incline Elementary School
4 miles, E · 2.3star
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Colleges

Sierra Nevada College
4 miles, SE · 2.3star
Western Nevada College
13 miles, SE · 1.4star
Carrington College-Reno
19 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Tahoe Forest Hospital
11 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
22 miles, NE · 2.3star
Sacramento International Airport
93 miles, W · 3.2star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
114 miles, SW · 1star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
129 miles, S · 1star
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