Lake Mathews 50 Poor
Lake Mathews Livability #1,101 ranked city in California#25,359 ranked city in the USARanks better than 13% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Lake Mathews

PROS
  • Employment

    This area scores extremely well in the employment category. This is primarily due to the combination of low unemployment rates, higher median home income and income per capita.

  • Housing

    The housing category in this area boasts higher than average scores, likely influenced by a positive home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive feedback regarding the convenience of amenities, parks, public transit, the friendliness of neighbors, the strong sense of community, and the overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    It appears that many amenities may not be conveniently situated within walking distance, potentially necessitating the use of a vehicle or public transit.

  • Commute

    Commuters in this area may experience longer-than-average work commute times due to limited public transportation access.

  • Cost Of Living

    Residents of this area contend with a high cost of living, resulting in increased expenditures for everyday goods and services, housing, utilities and health care.

  • Schools

    Factors such as lower than average graduation rates, lackluster reading and math scores and the limited accessibility of local elementary and high schools could contribute to the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Lake Mathews?

Located in the state of California, Lake Mathews is a small-sized city with a population of 7,389 inhabitants. More than a quarter of the residents of Lake Mathews identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 25% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. When traveling to work, spending unnecessary time in your vehicle is not ideal and downright frustrating. Across all of America, the average one way commute time is 26 minutes, unfortunately, living in Lake Mathews offers up a higher than average one way commute time of 42 minutes.

If you’re considering relocating to any new city, it could be a very discouraging task. However, it could also be a fulfilling experience if you are willing to get to know the town before actually living in Lake Mathews, California. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like crime, cost of living, health & safety, you can easily compare the best places to live in Lake Mathews and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Lake Mathews to California and the national average.

With a livability score of 51 out of 100, Lake Mathews is ranked #24,690 in the United States and #1,061 in California. This is a lower than the national average livability score as Lake Mathews does not rank well for most categories. If we probe a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Lake Mathews has higher than average rankings for the following: employment (A+) and housing (A+). There is at least one category that you should be aware of in Lake Mathews. The following was graded with a concerning score: amenities (F), cost of living (F) and education (F).

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Lake Mathews apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Lake Mathews is actually affordable. Median real estate prices in Lake Mathews come in at $528,500, which is 29.1% higher than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Lake Mathews, the home price to income ratio is 5.1, which is 20.3% lower than the California average.

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      Lake Mathews transportation information

      Statistic Lake Mathews California National
      Average one way commute42min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work78.0%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool12.3%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.1%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk1.3%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home7.8%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Lake Mathews, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).