Livability Score

73
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (3) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Cafe 4
Coffee Shop
The Early Bird Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
Sivan's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (3) F
Castro Village Bowl
Bowling Alley
Adobe Art Center
Theatre Arts
Chabot Cinemas
Cinema
Century Theatres
Cinema
University Theater
Theatre Arts
Pioneer Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
University Art Gallery
Art Gallery
Pioneer Stadium
Stadium
BAL Theater
Cinema
C. E. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Museum
Food and Drink (21) F
The Habit Burger Grill
Fast Food
BLVD Burger
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Krayon's Gallery
Bar
MOD Pizza
Fast Food
See's Candies
Sweets
Loard's Ice Cream
Sweets
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Knudsen's Ice Creamery
Sweets
Rita's Italian Ice
Sweets
Lucca's Delicatessen
Deli
McDonald's
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Quiznos
Fast Food
Togo's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Buffalo Bill's
Bar
Turf Club
Bar
The Dirty Bird Lounge
Bar
Stein Lounge
Bar
Raja Liquor & Grocery
Alcohol
Cold Stone Creamery
Sweets
Fitness (1) F
Kenneth Aitken Senior Center and Community Center
Community Centre
Ashland Community Center
Community Centre
24 Hour Fitness
Gym
Recreation and Wellness Center
Gym
Groceries (7) F
Safeway
Grocery Store
Health Unlimited
Grocery Store
European Deli
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Lucky
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Silva Bakery
Bakery
J.R. Rice Bakery
Bakery
Lucky
Grocery Store
Super Mercado La Raza
Grocery Store
Mi Rancho Supermarket
Grocery Store
Lucky
Grocery Store
Parks (64) A+
Bay Trees Community Park
Park
Earl Warren Park
Park
Independent Park
Park
Greenridge Park
Park
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
Park
Evlyn Thomas Park
Park
Adobe Art Center Park
Park
Parsons Park
Park
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
Park
Castro Valley Community Park
Park
Lakeridge Park
Park
Palomares Hills Park
Park
San Felipe Park
Park
Fairview Park
Park
Carlos Bee Park
Park
Sulphur Creek Nature Center
Park
de Anza Park
Park
Excercise Playground age 14+
Playground
DeAnza Park
Park
de Anza Park
Park
Ashland Park
Park
Portuguese Centennial Park
Park
Fairmont Terrace Park
Park
Newman Park
Park
Memorial Park
Park
Shops (20) F
Hayward Cycle Salvage
Books
True Value
Home Improvement
Valley Convenient Mini Mart
Convenience Store
TJ Maxx
Houseware
Ross
Department Store
Village Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Mel's Shoe Clinic
Shoes
Eden Bicycles
Bicycle
Rae Talbot Salon
Beauty
Pet Food Express
Pets
Bay IC Repair
Electronics
Deja Blue Hair Salon
Beauty
AMPM
Convenience Store
Chabot Haircut
Hairdresser
theDAPPERY
Hairdresser
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Hollywood Nails
Beauty
Royal Nail Bar
Beauty
Food Shop
Convenience Store
Work Depot/Sports Plus
Clothing
Books on B
Books
Bayhill Foods
Convenience Store
FoodMart
Convenience Store
Hayward Optometry
Optician
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 10.5% take public transportation in Castro Valley.
Public Transit Stops (150)
Stops & Stations A+
Seven Hills Road & Madison Avenue
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Madison Avenue
Bus Stop
Madison Avenue & Vannoy Avenue
Bus Stop
Madison Avenue & Vannoy Avenue
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Sandy Road
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Sandy Road
Bus Stop
Madison Avenue & James Avenue
Bus Stop
Madison Avenue & James Avenue
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Brickell Way
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Brickell Way
Bus Stop
Heyer Avenue & Center Street
Bus Stop
Heyer Avenue & Madison Avenue
Bus Stop
Heyer Avenue & Heyer Place
Bus Stop
Center Street & Heyer Avenue
Bus Stop
Castro Valley Adult School
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Redwood Road
Bus Stop
Redwood Road & Seven Hills Road
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & Redwood Road
Bus Stop
Redwood Road & Hyer Avenue
Bus Stop
Center Street & Circle Avenue
Bus Stop
Center Street & Circle Avenue
Bus Stop
Seven Hills Road & California Street
Bus Stop
Redwood Road & Mabel Avenue
Bus Stop
Center Street & Gem Avenue
Bus Stop
Redwood Road & Mabel Avenue
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
10.5% B+
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Castro Valley is 195/100 - which is 40% higher than California.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime C

Castro Valley crime rates are 2,072 per 100k, which is 27% lower than California
Property Crime
1,708 crimes per 100k C+
Violent Crime
364 crimes per 100k C-
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employment A+

The median income in Castro Valley is $113,150 - which is 77% higher than California.
Med. Household Income
$113,150 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.5% A
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health B+

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (13)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
Alameda County Fire Station 6
Fire Station
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Alameda County Fire Department Station 4
Fire Station
Alameda County Fire Department Station 5
Fire Station
Eden Medical Center
Hospital
EBRPD Police & Fire Headquarters
Police
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Hayward Fire Station Number 1
Fire Station
Hayward Police Department
Police
Hayward Fire Station Number 9
Fire Station
Alameda County Fire station 24
Fire Station
Hayward Fire Station Number 8
Fire Station
Fairmont Rehabilitation and Wellness
Hospital
John George Psychiatric Hospital
Hospital
Alameda County Sheriff's Office
Police
Alameda County Fire Department Station 2
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area
Hospital
Highland Dental
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing B-

Castro Valley home prices are $812,200 - which is 98% higher than California
Home Price
$812,200 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
27% A+
Home Affordability
7.2x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A

The Castro Valley graduation rate is 91% - which is 14% higher than California
School Test Scores
59% C-
High School Grad. Rates
91% A-
Elementary Schools (23) A
Vannoy Elementary
Alma Preschool
Canyon Middle
Proctor Elementary
Creekside Middle
Marshall Elementary
Independent Elementary
Our Lade Of Grace Catholic School
Castro Valley Elementary
Anchor Education
Chabot Elementary
Sterling West San Francisco Campus
Special Education-Preschool-Laurel
Golden Oak Montessori Of Hayward
Golden Oak Montessori Of Hayward
Castro Valley Virtual Academy
Jensen Ranch Elementary
Montessori School At Five Canyons
Stanton Elementary
Strobridge Elementary
Fairview Elementary
Palomares Elementary
Knowledge Enlightens You (Key) Academy
Knowledge Enlightens You (Key) Academy
Montessori School Of San Leandro
High Schools (7) D-
Roy A. Johnson High
Castro Valley High
Anchor Education
Sterling West San Francisco Campus
Redwood Continuation High
Castro Valley Virtual Academy
Hayward High
Seneca Family Of Agencies James Baldwin Academy
Alameda County Juvenile Hall/Court
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter
Brenkwitz High
Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter
Highland
San Lorenzo High
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ratings B

Castro Valley has an overall rating of 74% from 14 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (13)
From AreaVibes A
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Castro Valley, CA Area Guide

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Castro Valley Area Facts

  • Castro Valley has a Livability Score of 73/100, which is considered excellent
  • Castro Valley crime rates are 27% lower than the California average
  • Cost of living in Castro Valley is 40% higher than the California average

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Castro Valley, CA - Great for Raising Families 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 21, 2011) The only reason why I know about Castro Valley, CA is because I am from the San Francisco, East Bay. Castro Valley is like most smaller towns in the area, it's nice and kind of quiet. It's a great place to live and have some fun but doesn't have a bustling nightlife. This is a gr ...Read More eat city for families.

Lake Chabot is probably the largest family attraction. It's a great park for having picnics and it even has a theater that features plays throughout the year. Other amenities at Lake Chabot include a tennis court, basketball court, and softball field. I've also enjoyed bowling in Castro Valley in the past.

The San Francisco Bay Area is known for its diverse variety of food. Castro Valley is no exception to this. There are a lot of restaurants and eateries to enjoy. I am a fan of burritos and have frequented the Burrito Shop in Castro Valley. There are different Burrito Shop restaurants in the Bay Area but they all have a slightly different selection and flavor. I like Castro Valley's Burrito Shop.

Castro Valley isn't known for its club scene. You can travel to San Francisco or San Jose for near by clubs. I can't really say Castro Valley has any upscale dining, if you're interested in finer dining selections, you may consider visiting another city near by. Like I said, Castro Valley is most ideal for families. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Castro Valley? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Bay Trees Community Park
      Earl Warren Park
      Independent Park
      Greenridge Park
      Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
      Evlyn Thomas Park
      Adobe Art Center Park
      Parsons Park

      Entertainment

      Castro Village Bowl
      Adobe Art Center
      Chabot Cinemas
      Century Theatres
      University Theater
      Pioneer Amphitheater
      University Art Gallery
      Pioneer Stadium

      Food & Drink

      The Habit Burger Grill
      BLVD Burger
      KFC
      Krayon's Gallery
      MOD Pizza
      See's Candies
      Loard's Ice Cream
      Taco Bell

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Castro Valley? Of all people who commute, 10.5% take public transportation in Castro Valley.
      Drive to Work
      69%

      7% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      11%

      5% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Castro Valley? The cost of living in Castro Valley is 195/100 - which is 40% higher than California.
      Castro Valley
      195

      95% more expensive than average

      California
      140

      40% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      C Crime

      What is the crime rate in Castro Valley? Castro Valley crime rates are 2,072, which are 27% lower than California
      Total Crime
      2,072 per 100k people

      11% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 49

      11% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      10%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Castro Valley? The median income in Castro Valley is $113,150 which is 77% higher than California.
      Median household income
      $113,150105% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $49,00464% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      46% lower than the US average

      B+ Health & Safety

      Is Castro Valley a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Fairmont Rehabilitation and Wellness
      John George Psychiatric Hospital
      Eden Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      B- Housing

      What are Castro Valley home prices? Castro Valley home prices are $812,200 - which is 98% higher than California
      Median home value
      $812,200340% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,949105% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      70%

      11% higher than the US average

      A Schools

      Does Castro Valley have good schools? The Castro Valley graduation rate is 91% - which is 14% higher than California
      High school grad. rates
      91%

      10% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      59%

      24% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      20:1

      28% higher than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is Castro Valley a good place to live? Castro Valley has an overall rating of 74% from 14 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      74%

      14 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      82%

      13 total surveys

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