Meadow Vista 60 Below average
Meadow Vista Livability #607 ranked city in California#18,558 ranked city in the USARanks better than 36% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Meadow Vista

PROS
  • Crime

    This area is characterized by a crime rate, per 100,000 individuals, that falls well below the national average, indicating its potential as a very safe place to live.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Health & Safety

    Factors like poor air quality and the absence of essential health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and pharmacies could have played a role in the low score in this category.

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What's it like Living in Meadow Vista?

Located in the state of California, Meadow Vista is a smaller city with a population of 3,508 residents. If we look at the most recent Census, Meadow Vista is known to have a predominantly White population. The next two most common races are Asian and American Indian and Alaskan. The Meadow Vista population appears to be aging at a faster rate than normal. The median age is currently 49, which is on the high side when compared to most other cities. 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 Meadow Vista offers up a higher than average one way commute time of 32 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Meadow Vista could be a positive experience compared to other cities in California if you know where to search. 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. The best areas in Meadow Vista and in surrounding cities are easier to find when you are able to make informed decisions. Using data from cost of living, employment, housing, you will see a detailed breakdown of the most important information as well as comparisons to the California and national averages.

With a livability score of 57/100, Meadow Vista is ranked #20,243 in the United States and #747 in California. Compared to the US average, this city has a score which ranks among the lowest in the nation, and it is not considered a very livable city. Based on the grades for each individual category, Meadow Vista has received high marks for crime (A) and employment (A+). Meadow Vista does not score well for the following: amenities (F) and cost of living (F). It might be wise to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

The Meadow Vista unemployment rate of 2.66% has continued to decrease over the years and is now well below the national average. The result could lead to reduced poverty and inequality in the area, higher wages and increased economic growth. This is a positive sign in the overall health of the local economy.

Assuming that Meadow Vista 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 Meadow Vista. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Meadow Vista are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Meadow Vista come in at $513,600, which is 25.5% higher than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Meadow Vista, the home price to income ratio is 6.1, which is 4.7% lower than the California average.

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      Meadow Vista transportation information

      Statistic Meadow Vista California National
      Average one way commute32min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work75.6%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.5%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.6%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.6%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home16.7%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Meadow Vista, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).