San Lorenzo 71 Excellent
San Lorenzo Livability #205 ranked city in California#5,872 ranked city in the USARanks better than 79% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in San Lorenzo

PROS
  • Commute

    The high commute score in this area could imply easy access to public transportation, as well as shorter-than-average commute times to your workplace.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

  • Crime

    Reporting high crime rates per 100,000 people, this area may be perceived as an unsafe place to reside. These statistics encompass both violent and property crime rates.

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What's it like Living in San Lorenzo?

Located in the state of California, San Lorenzo is a medium-sized city with a population of 30,117 inhabitants. In San Lorenzo, there are 9,889 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. Individuals of White (43%) and Asian (27%) backgrounds make up a significant portion of the population of San Lorenzo. Additionally, more than a quarter of the population of San Lorenzo are of Hispanic or Latino origin, and 28% of the population also speak Spanish. Something to be aware of when living in San Lorenzo 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 32 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo and in surrounding cities are easier to find when you are able to make informed decisions. Using data from health & safety, education, employment, housing, you will see a detailed breakdown of the most important information as well as comparisons to the California and national averages.

San Lorenzo has a livability score of 74 out of 100 and is ranked #154 in California and #3,752 in the USA. If we dig down a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that San Lorenzo has higher than average rankings for the following: education (A+), employment (A+) and housing (B-). There are some categories that San Lorenzo scores poorly for, including: amenities (F), crime (D) and cost of living (F). It might be worth taking a closer look to find out why.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, San Lorenzo has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

San Lorenzo real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in San Lorenzo. Median real estate prices in San Lorenzo come in at $618,000, which is 51% higher than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In San Lorenzo, the home price to income ratio is 6.8, which is 6.2% higher than the California average.

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      San Lorenzo transportation information

      Statistic San Lorenzo California National
      Average one way commute32min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work75.2%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.6%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit7.8%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.9%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.8%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home3.9%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The San Lorenzo, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).