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Hollister, CA


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Hollister, California

Hollister, California, in San Benito county, is 18 miles NE of Salinas, California (center to center) and 43 miles SE of San Jose, California. The city contains a population of approximately 34,413.

The People and Families of Hollister

In Hollister, about 56% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Hollister, at least compared to other cities of its size. The city has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in Hollister.

Unlike most cities, the city has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hollister had a median family income of $57,494.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Hollister favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $3,225. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Hollister Housing

Hollister has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 66% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places.

Commuting

In Hollister, 92% of commuters drive to work.

Comparative Profile of Hollister, CA

Comparing Hollister to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population109
Racial Diversity86
Well-Paid Single Men34
Age of the Population22
Female Share of the Population12
Senior Citizens12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size109
Portion of People Married109

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income77
People Above Poverty66
People in Middle Class or Better56
College Educated Adults24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work86
Public Transportation Use55
Working at Home53
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Property Taxes44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals43
Affordability of Rents45
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
People Living Alone12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime87
Low Violent Crime34

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