Fullerton 67 Good
Fullerton Livability #313 ranked city in California#9,618 ranked city in the USARanks better than 67% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Fullerton

PROS
  • Commute

    A high commute score suggests convenient, easy access to public transportation, with shorter-than-average work commute times to work.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

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What's it like Living in Fullerton?

Fullerton is a medium-sized city located in the state of California. The city has a population of 141,061 residents. With a population density of 6,292 people per square mile, Fullerton is well above the nation's average density level. More than a quarter of the residents of Fullerton identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 24% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. Long, unnecessary commutes can be both frustrating and inconvenient when heading to work. Nationwide, the average one-way commute time takes 26 minutes, but regrettably, residing in Fullerton entails a longer-than-average one-way commute time, averaging 31 minutes.

Living in Fullerton can be a fulfilling experience for anyone moving to the city. Having said that, in the state of California, there are many amazing places to live, so choose wisely! When searching for a new neighborhood, several factors play a vital role in determining its suitability. Safety should be a top priority, ensuring a secure environment with low crime rates. Proximity to your workplace or school helps minimize commuting time and allows for a better work-life balance. Availability of essential amenities such as parks, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities contributes to convenience and well-being. Access to reliable public transportation options facilitates easy commuting and connectivity. Additionally, considering the sense of community and the overall atmosphere that resonates with your lifestyle and preferences fosters a harmonious living experience. Finding the best places to live in Fullerton and nearby areas is a much easier task when you can rely on information and data from the livability score, which includes crime, cost of living, employment, housing and other important metrics.

Fullerton, CA receives 67/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #323 in California and #9,015 in the USA. If we consider each of the categories on their own, we see that Fullerton ranks well for amenities (B-) and employment (A+). Regrettably for Fullerton, there are some categories for which it does not score well, this includes: cost of living (F) and education (D).

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 Fullerton is actually affordable. Median real estate prices in Fullerton come in at $667,300, which is 63% higher than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Fullerton, the home price to income ratio is 7.8, which is 21.9% higher than the California average.

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      Fullerton transportation information

      Statistic Fullerton California National
      Average one way commute31min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work77.0%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool11.2%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit2.7%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.5%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk2.4%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home5.4%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Fullerton, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).