North Fork, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
2,914 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,304 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$331,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$537 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,051 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madera 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

Madera County
5
Fresno Metro Area
6
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (72%) 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 5 0 42
Feb 4 0 44
Mar 4 0 47
Apr 1 0 52
May 1 0 59
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 0 0 67
Oct 1 0 58
Nov 2 0 48
Dec 4 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Mountain Oaks High
1 miles, SE · 3.2star
North Fork Elementary
1 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Colleges

Clovis Adult Education
29 miles, SW · 1.4star
Institute of Technology
30 miles, SW · 1star
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Hospitals

Clovis Community Medical Center
28 miles, SW · 3.2star
Saint Agnes Medical Center
31 miles, SW · 2.3star
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Fresno
31 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
46 miles, E · 1star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
104 miles, NW · 1star
Meadows Field
127 miles, S · 1star
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