Amesti 58 Below average
Amesti Livability #681 ranked city in California#20,857 ranked city in the USARanks better than 28% of areas
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Pros and Cons of Living in Amesti

PROS
  • Crime Crime

    With a lower than average crime rate per 100,000 people, this area could be considered a very safe place to live. Crime rates are based on both violent and property crimes.

  • Employment Employment

    The combination of higher than average median home income, income per capita and low unemployment rates results in a score that is well above average in the employment category.

CONS
  • Amenities Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Cost Of Living Cost Of Living

    Based on the most recent cost of living data, this area is more expensive to live in. You can expect to pay more for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries and utilities.

  • Schools Schools

    Lower than average education levels, poor reading and math scores, as well as the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools could all be factors in the low schools score.

What's it like Living in Amesti?

Located in the state of California, Amesti is a smaller city with a population of 3,359 people. According to the most recent Census, 66% of Amesti residents are White, 2% Asian and 1% American Indian and Alaskan. Additionally, more than a quarter of the population of Amesti are of Hispanic or Latino origin, and 54% of the population also speak Spanish. If you are a young adult or student, you might be pleased to know that the average age of all Amesti residents is 31. Something to be aware of when living in Amesti are the above average commute times. If you're looking for a short commute to work, this might not be the right area for you. With one way commute time of 37 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Amesti could be a positive experience compared to other cities in California if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, crime, cost of living, health & safety, education, you can easily compare the best places to live in Amesti and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Amesti to California and the national average.

Amesti has a livability score of 59 out of 100 and is ranked #639 in California and #19,336 in the USA. Compared to the United States average, this area has a score which ranks among the lowest in the nation, and it is not considered a very livable city. Based on the rankings for each individual category, Amesti has received high marks for crime (B-), employment (A+) and housing (B). Regrettably for Amesti, there are some categories for which it does not score well, this includes: 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 Amesti 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.

Assuming that Amesti meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Amesti. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Amesti are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Amesti come in at $1,244,047, which is 70% higher than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Amesti, the home price to income ratio is 9.4, which is 22.1% higher than the California average.

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      Amesti transportation information

      Statistic Amesti California National
      Average one way commute37min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work82.0%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool13.2%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.2%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home1.7%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Amesti, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) and include 2026 modeled data developed using proprietary methodologies.