Livability Score

78
/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 A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (30) A+
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
La Sweet
Coffee Shop
Kristi Marie's
Coffee Shop
Corner Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Red Giant Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Cafe La Tartine
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Philz Coffee
Coffee Shop
Revere Coffee & Tea
Coffee Shop
Coffeebar
Coffee Shop
¡Venga! Empanadas
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Injuri
Coffee Shop
Quickly
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Summit Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Connoisseur Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
Emerald Hills Cafe and Roasting Company
Coffee Shop
Pink Pantherz Espresso
Coffee Shop
Cardinal Café
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (8) A+
Fox Theatre
Theatre Arts
Club Fox
Nightclub
San Mateo County History Museum
Museum
Redwood Downtown 20 and XD
Cinema
Dragon Theater
Theatre Arts
The Main Gallery
Museum
Mardi Gras Lounge
Nightclub
Club Caliente
Nightclub
Museum of San Carlos History
Museum
Hiller Aviation Museum
Museum
Bill and Jean Lane Education Center
Museum
Performing Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Peabody Fine Art Gallery and Framing
Art Gallery
Art Ventures Gallery
Art Gallery
Simon Breitbard
Art Gallery
Sense Fine Art
Art Gallery
The Main Gallery
Art Gallery
West Bay Model Railroad Association
Museum
Menlo Atherton Performing Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Guild
Theatre Arts
Atherton Fine Art
Art Gallery
Food and Drink (59) A+
Sodini's
Bar
Peninsula Liquors
Alcohol
RWC Underground Pub
Bar
Gourmet Haus Staudt - Store
Alcohol
Ghostwood Beer Co.
Bar
Jamba
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
See's Candies
Sweets
Curry Wrapper’s Delight
Fast Food
The Sandwich Spot
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Noah's Bagels
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Bobby D's Cocktail Lounge & Sports Bar
Bar
The Habit Burger Grill
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Taqueria El Grullense
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
Ben Frank's
Fast Food
Happy Donuts
Fast Food
Bubble & Wrap
Sweets
Rockn Wraps
Fast Food
The Blacksmith
Bar
Nighthawk
Bar
Fitness (13) A+
Monarch Crossfit
Gym
Obstacourse Fitness
Gym
Heartcore
Gym
Fair Oaks Community Center
Community Centre
One on One Fiteness
Gym
Snap Fitness
Gym
Recreation and Wellness Center
Gym
NorCal CrossFit
Gym
Undisputed Boxing Gym
Gym
Bay Club Redwood Shores
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Sobrato Center for Nonprofits
Community Centre
Athletic Center
Gym
Club Oracle
Gym
Sandpiper Community Center
Community Centre
Barrett Community Center
Community Centre
SBM Group Fit
Gym
Barrel Up Training Facility
Gym
AXIS
Gym
Groceries (19) A+
Indian Grocery and Spices
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Gambrel & Co.
Butcher
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Mercadito Latino
Grocery Store
Mi Rancho Supermarket
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Sigonas Farmers Market
Grocery Store
Mi Rancho Supermarket
Grocery Store
Smart & Final
Grocery Store
Lucky
Grocery Store
Dehoff's Key Market
Grocery Store
Shell Gas Station
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
La Biscotteria
Bakery
Bonfare
Grocery Store
El Paisano
Grocery Store
Bianchini's
Grocery Store
Pena Meat and Food Market
Grocery Store
Chavez Supermarket
Grocery Store
Lucky
Grocery Store
Chavez Supermarket
Grocery Store
Delucchi's Market
Grocery Store
Nob Hill Foods
Grocery Store
Parks (104) A+
Little River Park
Park
Laurie Duncan Park
Park
Memorial Square Park
Park
Mezes Park
Park
Wellesley Park
Park
Stafford Park
Park
Duncan Park
Park
Jardin de Ninos Park
Park
Red Morton Community Park
Park
Hawes Park
Park
Magical Bridge Playground
Playground
Dove Beeger Park
Park
Union Cemetery
Park
Palm Park
Park
Hoover Park
Park
Fleishman Park
Park
Arroyo Ojo De Agua Park
Park
Linden Park
Park
Rite Aid Parking Lot
Park
E R Burton Park
Park
Splash Pad (Seasonal)
Playground
Toddler Playground
Playground
Garrett Park
Park
Westwood Park
Park
Frank D. Harrington Park
Park
Shops (129) A+
Quallity Computers
Electronics
Fabulous Hair & Nails1
Hairdresser
Belle Åme Salon
Hairdresser
Ms. Elenyus
Gift Shop
Savada-Adamich Opticians
Optician
Carmen's Salon
Hairdresser
The House of Humor
Clothing
Ultimate Elegance
Clothing
Pickled
Fashion
Shiny Nails
Beauty
J. Vincent Hair Loft
Hairdresser
Peninsula Uniforms & Equipment
Clothing
Pauline Books & Media
Books
Natalie Salon
Beauty
Belle Spa
Beauty
Site for Sore Eyes
Optician
AT&T
Electronics
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Verizon
Electronics
Circle K
Convenience Store
Golden Time Jewelers
Fashion
Barnes & Noble
Books
The Beauty Lounge
Beauty
Styling Cuts
Hairdresser
Pet Food Express
Pets
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 6.3% take public transportation in Redwood City.
Public Transit Stops (187)
Stops & Stations A+
El Camino Real & Brewster Avenue
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Winklebleck Street
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Brewster Avenue
Bus Stop
James Avenue & Arch Street
Bus Stop
James Avenue & Duane Street
Bus Stop
James Avenue & Duane Street
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Hopkins Avenue
Bus Stop
Redwood City
Transit Station
El Camino Real & Jefferson Avenue
Bus Stop
Redwood City Station
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Hopkins Avenue
Bus Stop
Redwood City Transit Center
Bus Stop
James Avenue & Fulton Street
Bus Stop
Whipple Avenue & El Camino Real
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Jefferson Avenue
Bus Stop
James Avenue & Hudson Street
Bus Stop
James Avenue & Hudson Street
Bus Stop
Whipple Avenue & Duane Street
Bus Stop
Whipple Avenue & Oakdale Street
Bus Stop
Whipple Avenue & Fulton Street
Bus Stop
Jefferson Avenue & Marshall Street
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Whipple Avenue
Bus Stop
El Camino Real & Whipple Avenue
Bus Stop
Hudson Street & Jefferson Avenue
Bus Stop
Hudson Street & Jefferson Avenue
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
6.3% B
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Redwood City is 267/100 - which is 91% higher than California.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime D+

Redwood City crime rates are 2,387 per 100k, which is 16% lower than California
Property Crime
1,993 crimes per 100k C-
Violent Crime
394 crimes per 100k D+
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employment A+

The median income in Redwood City is $123,294 - which is 93% higher than California.
Med. Household Income
$123,294 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.3% A+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (30)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Optometry
Doctor
Sequoia Teen Wellness Center
Clinic
Brian Yee, D.D.S.
Dentist
Fire Station 9
Fire Station
Western Dental
Dentist
Pacific Frontier Medical
Doctor
California Highway Patrol Redwood City
Police
Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
Hospital
Fire Station 12
Fire Station
Redwood City Police Department Headquarters
Police
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Sequoia Hospital
Hospital
Millenium Dental
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Laluces Dental
Dentist
Dr. T. Kiggins Optometrist
Doctor
Milagros de Mexico
Pharmacy
Woodside Optometry
Doctor
Fair Oaks Health Center
Doctor
Fire Station 16
Fire Station
Rubinchik Cohen Dental Care
Dentist
Exact Sciences
Hospital
Fire Station 10
Fire Station
Aesthic Dental
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality B-
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housing B

Redwood City home prices are $1,424,200 - which is 248% higher than California
Home Price
$1,424,200 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
35% A+
Home Affordability
11.6x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools B-

The Redwood City graduation rate is 83% - which is 4% higher than California
School Test Scores
47% F
High School Grad. Rates
83% C-
Elementary Schools (30) A+
The Discovery Center School
Mckinley Institute Of Technology
Our Lady Of Mt Carmel School
North Star Academy
Orion Alternative
Redeemer Lutheran School
John Gill Elementary
Hawes Elementary
Sequoia Preschool Kindergarten
White Oaks Elementary
Rocketship Redwood City
Hoover Elementary
Kindercourt Academy
Roosevelt Elementary
Holy Family School
Clifford Elementary
Arroyo
San Carlos Student Services Preschool
Central Middle
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory
Rocketship Redwood City
Fair Oaks Elementary
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory
Connect Community Charter
Connect Community Charter
High Schools (12) A+
Sequoia High
The Discovery Center School
Redwood High
Summit Preparatory Charter High
Summit Preparatory Charter High
Everest Public High
Everest Public High
Wherry Academy
Woodside High
Canyon Oaks Youth Center
Carlmont High
San Mateo County Rop
San Mateo County Special Education
Menlo School
Sacred Heart Schools Atherton
Tide Academy
Notre Dame High School
Design Tech High
Design Tech High
Menlo-Atherton High
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ratings F

Redwood City has an overall rating of 44% from 12 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes F
User Surveys (9)
From AreaVibes C-
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Redwood City Area Facts

  • Redwood City has a Livability Score of 78/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Redwood City crime rates are 16% lower than the California average
  • Cost of living in Redwood City is 91% higher than the California average

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The Worst of Places 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 21, 2024) The area is pretty gay and disappointing in terms of culture and unsavory in terms of entertainment and anyplace to be. Grocery store prices are eye poppingly extremely high nobody can afford anything. Discount stores are extremely few and far in between. People are offensive and ...Read More they don’t care about anybody. Read Less
Absolutely the Worst 1 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 21, 2024) This is really cthunliardic and absolute worst place to live in the USA. Its discouragingly expensive infrastructure and cost of living crushes most everybody’s budgets. Government institutions ignore people’s needs it is disappointing and extremely boring, disappointing, and ...Read More very unsavory in terms of entertainment and culture. Bottom of the extremely worst places in existence so difficult to afford groceries, toiletries and pretty rascist. Read Less
Redwood City, CA - A City By The Bay 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 29, 2010) Having lived in the northern California community of Redwood City for thirty years I can tell you that the city is centrally located near the port cities such as San Francisco, Oakland and the military community of Alameda. The city has a wonderful historic district to offer its ...Read More guest to inspect. The people and community are very friendly and offer a warm welcome to all.

The wonderful weather in Redwood City gives a breath of the ocean as it is all around you. Redwood City has just the perfect location to enjoy great weather.

The community embraces the atmosphere of an active community. If you want to enjoy some fabulous shopping then Redwood City is the place to be. The abundance of shopping malls and places to eat are a real treat for all to enjoy. There are excellent bargains in the real estate market. The community is really beginning to be seen for the diamond it truly is.

The central location of this community is excellent for people looking to enjoy a wide combination of the diverse locations to have fun. A person can be at the beach in 30 minutes or skiing in the Nevada mountain range 3 hours later. Read Less
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Redwood City, CA - A City By The Bay 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 29, 2010) Having lived in the northern California community of Redwood City for thirty years I can tell you that the city is centrally located near the port cities such as San Francisco, Oakland and the military community of Alameda. The city has a wonderful historic district to offer its ...Read More guest to inspect. The people and community are very friendly and offer a warm welcome to all.

The wonderful weather in Redwood City gives a breath of the ocean as it is all around you. Redwood City has just the perfect location to enjoy great weather.

The community embraces the atmosphere of an active community. If you want to enjoy some fabulous shopping then Redwood City is the place to be. The abundance of shopping malls and places to eat are a real treat for all to enjoy. There are excellent bargains in the real estate market. The community is really beginning to be seen for the diamond it truly is.

The central location of this community is excellent for people looking to enjoy a wide combination of the diverse locations to have fun. A person can be at the beach in 30 minutes or skiing in the Nevada mountain range 3 hours later. Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Redwood City? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Little River Park
      Laurie Duncan Park
      Memorial Square Park
      Mezes Park
      Wellesley Park
      Stafford Park
      Duncan Park
      Jardin de Ninos Park

      Entertainment

      Fox Theatre
      Club Fox
      San Mateo County History Museum
      Redwood Downtown 20 and XD
      Dragon Theater
      The Main Gallery
      Mardi Gras Lounge
      Club Caliente

      Food & Drink

      Sodini's
      Peninsula Liquors
      RWC Underground Pub
      Gourmet Haus Staudt - Store
      Ghostwood Beer Co.
      Jamba
      Panda Express
      See's Candies

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Redwood City? Of all people who commute, 6.3% take public transportation in Redwood City.
      Drive to Work
      68%

      9% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      6%

      1% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Redwood City? The cost of living in Redwood City is 267/100 - which is 91% higher than California.
      Redwood City
      267

      167% more expensive than average

      California
      140

      40% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      D+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Redwood City? Redwood City crime rates are 2,387, which are 16% lower than California
      Total Crime
      2,387 per 100k people

      3% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 42

      3% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      24%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Redwood City? The median income in Redwood City is $123,294 which is 93% higher than California.
      Median household income
      $123,294123% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $61,909108% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      51% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Redwood City a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
      Sequoia Hospital
      Exact Sciences

      Pharmacies

      Milagros de Mexico
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Redwood Shores Health Center
      Dr. T. Kiggins Optometrist
      Optometry
      Woodside Optometry
      Beyondstable Psychiatry & Integrative Care
      Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
      Pacific Frontier Medical

      B Housing

      What are Redwood City home prices? Redwood City home prices are $1,424,200 - which is 248% higher than California
      Median home value
      $1,424,200671% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $2,427156% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      47%

      25% lower than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Redwood City have good schools? The Redwood City graduation rate is 83% - which is 4% higher than California
      High school grad. rates
      83%

      equal to the US average

      School test scores
      47%

      2% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      18:1

      11% higher than the US average

      F User Ratings

      Is Redwood City a good place to live? Redwood City has an overall rating of 44% from 12 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      44%

      12 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      37%

      3 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      60%

      9 total surveys

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