Bolinas, CA
California · San Mateo County · San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro
Bolinas is a small town in California with a population of 1,176. Residents earn $95,192 per year, which is 27% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Bolinas Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Bolinas a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bolinas receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bolinas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bolinas is $95,192, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bolinas is $1,909,100, making it a premium housing market at 577% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,750 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 20.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Bolinas is below the national average at 162 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 848 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.
Education
Bolinas is a highly educated community / 57.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bolinas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Bolinas vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bolinas vs U.S. Average
Income: Bolinas vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $95,192 |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $80,536 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $3,778 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $232,794 |
| Gini Index | 0.493 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 31,186 |
| County GDP | $217,018M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,143 |
| Healthcare | 2,617 |
| Retail | 1,916 |
| Manufacturing | 487 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $17,586 |
| 402% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 110.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 50.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 36.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $1,909,100 |
| 577% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,824,106 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,750 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 36.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 75.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.9% |
| Housing Units | 1,012 |
| Median Year Built | 1962 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $17,586 |
| 402% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.92% |
Health Metrics: Bolinas vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 21.6% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Cancer | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 7.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.6% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
| Short Sleep | 32.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| Uninsured | 4.4% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:918 |
| Dentists | 1:862 |
| Mental Health | 1:206 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Dental Visits | 68.3% |
| Premature Death | 4,006/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,617 |
Crime Rates: Bolinas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 161.6/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 848.1/100K |
| 57% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| Traffic Accidents | 129 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 280 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 202/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9177°N, 122.7095°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | San Mateo County County |
| Nearest Airport | San Francisco International (SFO) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0332 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 12.1 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.34 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 4.5 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 99.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 20.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively High |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | No Rating |
| Landslide | Relatively High |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively High |
| Tsunami | Relatively Moderate |
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.5 m (15 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | N. CALIFORNIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.5 m | 30 | 59 km |
| 1989 | N. CALIFORNIA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 62 | 122 km |
| 1856 | N. CALIFORNIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 59 km |
| 1906 | N. CALIFORNIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 30 km |
| 1865 | N. CALIFORNIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Clear Lake (117 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Clear Lake | Volcanic field | 1,439 m (4,721 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 7.8 in |
Bolinas has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 49°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.2") and July the driest (0.1").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| Traffic Accidents | 129 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 57.9% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 25.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.84 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 202/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.8 sq mi |
| County | San Mateo County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 87.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 169.9 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 70.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 34 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,617 |
| Restaurants | 2,143 |
| Retail Stores | 1,916 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 50.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 36.3% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $277 ($166–$443) |
| Specialist Visit | $387 ($221–$609) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $221 ($111–$387) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,435 ($886–$5,535) |
| Dental Cleaning | $144 ($83–$221) |
| Dental Filling | $277 ($166–$443) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $50 ($28–$83) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $83 ($55–$133) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $332 ($166–$554) |
| Tire Rotation | $44 ($22–$83) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $664 ($443–$1,107) |
| Battery Replacement | $221 ($111–$387) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $111 ($66–$166) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $100 ($55–$155) |
| HVAC Repair | $443 ($166–$886) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284) |
| Roof Repair | $1,107 ($443–$2,214) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,661 ($554–$3,875) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210) |
| DUI Defense | $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,661 ($886–$3,321) |
| Will Preparation | $554 ($221–$1,107) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $28 ($17–$50) |
| Women's Haircut | $61 ($33–$111) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $166 ($83–$277) |
| Manicure | $28 ($17–$50) |
| Pedicure | $44 ($28–$72) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $89 ($55–$144) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $155 ($89–$277) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $77 ($33–$166) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $77 ($44–$133) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $77 ($44–$111) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $72 ($33–$111) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $94 ($55–$166) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $221 ($83–$554) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $77 ($33–$144) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $17 ($8.86–$28) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $111 ($33–$277) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $33 ($17–$83) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,328 ($664–$2,768) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,107 ($554–$2,214) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $443 ($221–$775) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $55 ($28–$111) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,107 ($443–$2,768) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $66 ($33–$111) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $111 ($55–$221) |
| Dog Grooming | $66 ($33–$111) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $44 ($22–$83) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $332 ($166–$554) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $221 ($111–$443) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $2,401 |
| Toddler | $1,720 |
| Preschool | $1,893 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,624 |
| Toddler | $1,546 |
| Preschool | $1,715 |
Top Industries in San Mateo County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional & Technical Services | 71,055 | 4,070 | $269,835 | 2.45 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 47,203 | 9,392 | $92,649 | 0.79 |
| Information & Technology | 43,524 | 688 | $669,097 | 5.58 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 36,653 | 2,060 | $44,003 | 0.97 |
| Retail Trade | 29,358 | 1,751 | $57,015 | 0.71 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 23,390 | 592 | $87,011 | 1.33 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 21,577 | 1,252 | $91,507 | 0.88 |
| Manufacturing | 20,595 | 646 | $186,707 | 0.60 |
| Construction | 16,352 | 2,008 | $105,426 | 0.75 |
| Finance & Insurance | 16,044 | 1,327 | $393,046 | 0.95 |
| Other Services | 14,094 | 3,542 | $68,741 | 1.12 |
| Wholesale Trade | 14,013 | 899 | $169,055 | 0.85 |
| Educational Services | 11,860 | 527 | $82,244 | 1.38 |
| Real Estate | 6,582 | 1,398 | $93,741 | 1.02 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 6,197 | 356 | $44,307 | 0.89 |
| Management of Companies | 4,912 | 96 | $246,931 | 0.70 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 1,324 | 125 | $62,882 | 0.39 |
| Utilities | 975 | 24 | $202,336 | 0.62 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 64 | 5 | $200,207 | 0.04 |
| Unclassified | 6 | 41 | $112,288 | 0.01 |
Schools in Bolinas
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolinas-Stinson Elementary | Elementary | 101 | 7 | 14.4:1 |
Radio Stations near Bolinas
56 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soma FM Groove Salad 320K AAC HLS | groove, hls | MP4 65535 kbps | |
| SomaFM Deep Space One (128k MP3) | ambient, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 4u Classic Rock | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Soma FM Groove Salad 320K AAC HLS Surround | groove | AAC 326 kbps | |
| KQED 128 AAC | cultural news, documentary | AAC 128 kbps | |
| KPFA | berkeley, community supported radio station | MP3 185 kbps | |
| KCSM Jazz 91.1 FM | jazz | MP3 96 kbps | |
| KVTO AM1400 FM93.7 旧金山湾区中文电台 | information | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 88.5 KQED | public radio | MP3 32 kbps | |
| SomaFM Drone Zone (256k MP3) | ambient, atmospheric | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Classical KDFC | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 美国中文电台-旧金山 | chinese, news | MP3 24 kbps | |
| KALX 90.7FM Berkeley | aac, berkeley | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| SomaFM Sonic Universe (256k MP3) | jazz | MP3 256 kbps | |
| KCEA - 89.1FM Atherton, CA | 30s, 40s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SomaFM The In-Sound (256k MP3) | euro, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| SomaFM Left Coast 70s (128k AAC) | easy listening, mellow album rock | AAC 128 kbps | |
| KEST 1450 AM | full service | MP3 24 kbps | |
| SomaFM The Dark Zone (256k MP3) | ambient, deep ambient | MP3 256 kbps | |
| BFF.FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KFJC | college, college radio | MP3 32 kbps | |
| KFJC | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bloomberg 960 | business news | AAC | |
| KCEA | big band, old standards | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SomaFM Space Station Soma (320k MP3) | ambient, electronic | MP3 320 kbps | |
| SomaFM The Dark Zone | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| KFJC | — | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| SomaFM SF in SF | author readings, discussions | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RetroStrange Radio2 | 20th century, big band | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 96.5 KOIT | adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Quran for the Soul | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RetroStrange Radio1 | old time radio, science fiction | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Rhythm 86 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SomaFM Doomed (256k MP3) | ambient, dark | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Real Talk 910 | news, talk | AAC | |
| KDAN - Jive Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KSFP 102.5 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sausalito | — | MP3 | |
| SomaFM SF Police Scanner | police scanner | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Poor Peoples Revolutionary Radio | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| KVYB 106.3 The Vibe | — | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Jake Radio Live | r&b, rap | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SomaFM Chillits (128k AAC) | ambient, camping | AAC 128 kbps | |
| SF70s | 1970s, 70s soft rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Classical California KDFC AAC | classical, opera | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| KIQI 1010 AM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Highway 1 | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Dream Chimney Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Qur’an for the heart | — | MP3 | |
| KQEB 96.9 FM | ethnic | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Psyched Radio. San Francisco. | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Classical KDFC (UM) | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rythm86 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 99.7 NOW (KMVQ-FM) | — | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Zambuza | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KNBR 1050 | sports | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Bolinas
7 campgrounds found near Bolinas.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Reyes National Seashore Campground | 4.7/5 | 51 | $30–$90 |
| Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK) | 4.6/5 | 12 | $10 |
| KIRBY COVE CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 6 | $40–$75 |
| Rob Hill Group Campground | 4.6/5 | 4 | $105 |
| Hawk Campground | 4.4/5 | 3 | $25 |
| BICENTENNIAL CAMPGROUND | 4.3/5 | 3 | $25 |
| Haypress Campground | 4.3/5 | 6 | $25–$75 |
National Parks Near Bolinas
48 national parks and monuments found near Bolinas.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Alcatraz Island | Free | |
| Angel Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Año Nuevo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Año Nuevo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bean Hollow State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Big Basin Redwoods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bothe-Napa Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Burleigh H. Murray Ranch | State Park | Free |
| Butano State Park | State Park | Free |
| Castle Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| China Camp State Park | State Park | Free |
| Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Fort Point National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Golden Gate National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | Free |
| Gray Whale Cove State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Half Moon Bay State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park | State Park | Free |
| John Muir National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Lighthouse Field State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Manresa State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Montara State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Mount Diablo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tamalpais State Park | State Park | Free |
| Muir Woods National Monument | National Monument | $15 |
| Natural Bridges State Beach | State Park | Free |
| New Brighton State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Pescadero State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | National Seashore | Free |
| Pomponio State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Portola Redwoods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Presidio of San Francisco | Free | |
| Robert Louis Stevenson State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Salt Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Samuel P. Taylor State Park | State Park | Free |
| San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| San Gregorio State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Schooner Gulch State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Seacliff State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Sonoma Coast State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sugarloaf Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park | State Park | Free |
| Thornton State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Tomales Bay State Park | State Park | Free |
| Trione-Annadel State Park | State Park | Free |
| Twin Lakes State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Wilder Ranch State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Bolinas
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,133 | $66,176 |
| 2015 | 1,358 | $74,524 |
| 2017 | 1,219 | $56,250 |
| 2019 | 1,074 | $61,667 |
| 2021 | 1,181 | $87,404 |
| 2023 | 1,176 | $95,192 |
Museums in Bolinas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCE | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 4153798000 | $91,703,732 | |
| CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 55 MUSIC CONCOURSE DRIVE | 4153798000 | $91,703,732 |
| SAN MARCO GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4154574440 | $83,596,434 | |
| CORPORATION OF THE FINE ARTS MUSEUMS | ART MUSEUM | 4157503600 | $35,473,531 | |
| MARINE MAMMAL CENTER | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 4152897325 | $9,448,577 | |
| OPEN LIBRARY OF RICHMOND | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4155616768 | $6,350,167 | |
| BAY AREA DISCOVERY MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 4153393900 | $5,119,632 | |
| BAY AREA MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2813265950 | $5,119,632 | |
| SAN FRANCISCO BOTANICAL GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 4156611316 | $3,440,774 | |
| STRYBING ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 4156611316 | $3,440,774 | |
| HEADLANDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 944 SIMMONDS RD | 4153312787 | $1,371,521 |
| MARIN ART AND GARDEN CENTER A LIVING MEMORIAL | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 4154541301 | $708,302 | |
| SPAULDING WOODEN BOAT CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | 4153323179 | $471,508 | |
| ART WORKS DOWNTOWN | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1337 4TH ST | 4154518119 | $452,350 |
| MARIN MUSEUM CONTEMPORARY ART | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4155060137 | $323,762 | |
| BOLINAS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 48 WHARF RD | 4158680330 | $286,337 |
| WEST POINT INN ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 100 OLD RAILROAD GRADE | 4153889955 | $244,736 |
| BELVEDERE-TIBURON LANDMARKS SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $229,912 | ||
| MARIN HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 4154548538 | $167,921 | |
| IT HISTORY SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | ONE BLACKFIELD DRIVE SUITE 331 | $160,080 | |
| ANGEL ISLAND ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4154353972 | $122,605 | |
| MARIN STABLES & TRAILS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 139 WOOD LN | 4154599455 | $31,061 |
| KENTFIELD-GREENBRAE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4154845447 | $28,675 | |
| NOVATO HISTORICAL GUILD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4158974320 | $24,305 | |
| NOVATO HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 4158974320 | $24,305 | |
| ADAN E. TREGANZA ANTHROPOLOGY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4153381642 | ||
| ALEXANDER F. MORRISON PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 55 MUSIC CONCOURSE DRIVE | 4157507127 | |
| AMERICAN MONEY AND GOLD RUSH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| BLUFF CITY HISTORICAL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 316 | ||
| CALIFORNIA MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| CHARLES F. HAGAR PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | |||
| COLLEGE OF MARIN FINE ARTS GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4154859494 | ||
| CONSERVATORY OF FLOWERS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 4158312090 | ||
| COURTHOUSE PROJECT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CRISSY FIELD AVIATION MUSEUM ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4156028625 | ||
| FALKIRK CULTURAL CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1408 MISSION AVENUE AT E STREET | 4154853328 | |
| FINE ARTS GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| FIRE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4154611286 | ||
| GOLDEN GATE COLLECTORS FINE ARTS MUSEUMS OF SAN FRANCISCO | ART MUSEUM | |||
| GREENMUSEUM ORG | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4159459322 | ||
| GULF OF THE FARALLONES NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| GULF OF THE FARALLONES VISITOR CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORIC TUGBOAT EDUCATION & RESTORATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3020 BRIDGEWAY #315 | 8183702203 | |
| JACK MASON MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4156691099 | ||
| JOSE MOYA DEL PINO LIBRARY - ROSS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 30 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD | 4152589595 | |
| LIVING HISTORY CENTRE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4159241333 | ||
| LUCAS CULTURAL ARTS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| MARIN MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4158974064 | ||
| MARTIN WONG STUDENT ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| MILL VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MOMENT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| MOUNTAIN BIKE HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1966 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD | 4154508000 | |
| MOUNTAIN BIKE HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1966 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD | ||
| NICASIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PENNINGTON RESEARCH ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| RICHARDSON BAY MARITIME ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| SAN ANSELMO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4152584659 | ||
| SAN FRANCISCO ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 1 ZOO ROAD | 4157537080 | |
| SAUSALITO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4152894117 | ||
| SHELDON DONIG WAREHOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4154539489 | ||
| STEINHART AQUARIUM | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 55 MUSIC CONCOURSE DRIVE | 4153795445 | |
| STINSON BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 413 | 4158681504 | |
| TREGANZA ANTHROPOLOGY MUSEUM | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS - BAY MODEL VISITOR CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 2100 BRIDGEWAY | ||
| WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WESTERN AIR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4154591040 |
Libraries in Bolinas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARIN COUNTY FREE LIBRARY | 3501 CIVIC CENTER DR, RM 414 | 0.0 | 1,022,358 | |||
| DALY CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 111 LAKE MERCED BOULEVARD | 0.0 | 433,591 | |||
| SAN RAFAEL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1100 E ST. | 0.0 | 350,724 | |||
| MILL VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 375 THROCKMORTON AVE. | 0.0 | 243,986 | |||
| BELVEDERE-TIBURON LIBRARY | 1501 TIBURON BLVD | 0.0 | 161,962 | |||
| SAUSALITO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 420 LITHO ST. | 0.0 | 112,533 | |||
| SAN ANSELMO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 110 TUNSTEAD AVE. | 0.0 | 105,085 | |||
| LARKSPUR PUBLIC LIBRARY | 400 MAGNOLIA AVE. | 0.0 | 102,128 |
Farmers Markets in Bolinas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clement St. Farmers Market | Clement St. between 2nd and 4th | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Corte Madera Farmers Market | Town Center Central Courtyard | ||||
| Daly City Certified Farmers' Market at Serramonte Center | Hwy 280 and Serramonte Blvd. | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Thu: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Downtown Novato Community Farmers Market | 7th Street behind the CVS between Grant Ave & Novato Blvd | 05/07/2019 to 09/24/2019 | Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Fairfax Community Farmers' Market | 124 Bolinas Avenue | 05/01/2019 to 09/25/2019 | Wed: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Inner Sunset Certified Farmers' Market | 1325 8th Avenue | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Larkspur Farmers Market | Larkspur Landing Circle | ||||
| Marin Country Mart Farmers Market | Sir Francis Drake Blvd and Larkspur Landing Circle | Visit | |||
| Marinwood Community Farmers Market | Marinwood Avenue and Miller Creek | 01/01/2014 to 01/01/2015 | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Point Reyes Farmers Market | 11250 Hwy 1 | 06/24/2017 to 11/04/2017 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| San Geronimo Valley Farmers Market | Valley Presbyterian Church | ||||
| San Rafael Downtown Farmers Market | 4th & B Streets, San Rafael, California 94915 | 04/13/2017 to 09/28/2017 | Thu: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Sausalito CFM | Bridgeway St. & Tracy St. | ||||
| Stonestown Farmers Market | 3251 20th Ave | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Sunday Civic Center Farmers Market | 3501 Civic Center Dr. | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Tam Valley Farmers Market | 219 Shoreline Highway | Visit | |||
| Thursday Civic Center Farmers Market | Marin Center, Avenue of the Flags | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Thu: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Thursday Marin Farmers Market | Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael , California 94903 | 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018 | Thu: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| VA San Francisco Certified Farmers' Market | 4150 Clement St. | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| VA San Francisco Farmers' Market | Veterans Drive & 42 Avenue | May to October | Wed:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in Bolinas
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bolinas
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bolinas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bolinas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baeltane Brewing | Brewery, Brewery Southeast Novato | 401 Bel Marin Keys Blvd | 4158832040, (415) 883-2040 | Visit |
| Beach Chalet Brewery Restaurant, Beach Chalet Brewery & Restaurant | Bars, Bars & Clubs, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Scenic Looko | 1000 Great Hwy | 4153868439, 4153864125, 4157535607, 4157503765 | Visit |
| Broken Drum Brewery | Wholesale Alcohol, Brewers, Brewery, Wineries | 1132 4th St | 4154564677 | |
| Iron Springs Pub & Brewery | Pub, Brewery | 765 Center Blvd | 4154851005 | Visit |
| Mill Valley Beerworks | Restaurant, Restaurants, Brewery | 173 Throckmorton Ave | 4158888218 | Visit |
| Moylan's Brewery & Restaurant | American Restaurant, Bars, American Restaurants, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Brewery and American Restaur | 15 Rowland Way | 4158984677, 4158970100 | Visit |
| Philopotes Society Headquarters | CA">Brewery | 1130 Elm Dr | 4158926850 | |
| Point Reyes Vineyard Inn | Vineyards, Brewers, Wineries | 12700 Hwy 1 | 4156631011 | |
| Ross Valley Winery (reported Closed) | Wineries, Brewers, Uncategorized, wholesale, manufacturing, food, winery | 343 San Anselmo Ave | 4154575157 | Visit |
Ski Resorts Near Bolinas
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldora Mountain | 52.0 | 11 | 3,292 | $80 | November - April | Yes | Yes |
Cell Towers in Bolinas
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 EAST RIDGECREST (12709) | MTOWER | 24 |
| 2001 EAST RIDGECREST (12709) | MTOWER | 24 |
| 1 Mountain King Road (115711) | MTOWER | 17 |
| 1 Mountain King Road (115711) | MTOWER | 17 |
| 7550 Red Hill Road (47478) | MTOWER | 10 |
| 7550 Red Hill Road (47478) | MTOWER | 10 |
Fire Stations in Bolinas
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolinas Fire Protection District | 100 Mesa RD | Mostly volunteer | 415-868-1566 |
Bridges in Bolinas
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete | 1986 | 42 | 2,076 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Bolinas
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| EXXON | FORMAX LEASE PROJECT |
Airports Near Bolinas
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport | OAK | Large Airport |
| San Francisco International Airport | SFO | Large Airport |
| Buchanan Field | CCR | Medium Airport |
| Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport | STS | Medium Airport |
| Moffett Federal Airfield | NUQ | Medium Airport |
| Palo Alto Airport | PAO | Medium Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | SQL | Medium Airport |
| Ala Doble Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Allan Ranch Flight Park Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Angwin Airport-Parrett Field | — | Small Airport |
| Belos Cavalos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blake Sky Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boneyard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Capell Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Half Moon Bay Airport | HAF | Small Airport |
| Hayward Executive Airport | HWD | Small Airport |
| Healdsburg Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marin County Airport - Gnoss Field | NOT | Small Airport |
| Napa County Airport | APC | Small Airport |
| Nut Tree Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petaluma Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pope Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Rafael Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sonoma Skypark Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sonoma Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Bolinas
11 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur Disterheft Public Safety Center | 101 4th Street | |
| California Highway Patrol | 53 San Clemente Drive | |
| Central Marin Police Authority | ||
| Fairfax Police Dept. | ||
| Marin County Sheriff | 1600 Los Gamos Drive | |
| Marin County Sheriff Southern Sub-Station | ||
| Mill Valley Police Department | ||
| Novato Police Department | ||
| Richmond Police Station | 461 6th Avenue | |
| Sausalito Police Department | 29 Caledonia Street | |
| Taraval Police Station | 2345 24th Avenue |
Grocery Stores in Bolinas
2 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| BOLINAS PEOPLE'S STORE | Grocery Store | 14 WHARF RD |
| Bolinas Supermarket | Grocery Store | 40 Wharf Rd |
Treatment Centers in Bolinas
23 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Mira Recovery Center LLC | Substance Abuse | 877-798-2377 |
| Behavioral Health and Recovery Service - Childrens Mental Health Services | Mental Health | 415-473-6724 |
| Casa Rene Crisis Residential | Mental Health | 415-457-6966 |
| Center Point Inc - Residential Women and Children | Substance Abuse | 415-492-4444 |
| Center Point Inc - The Manor Mens Residential Program | Substance Abuse | 415-492-4444 |
| Edgewood Ctr for Children and Families | Mental Health | 415-681-3211 |
| Helen Vine Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 415-492-0818 x454 |
| Living at Reflections LLC - Residential Program | Substance Abuse | 707-775-1885 |
| Marin Treatment Center - Outpatient Services | Substance Abuse | 415-457-3755 |
| Newport Academy | Both | 877-820-6371 |
| Newport Academy | Both | 877-820-6371 |
| Newport Academy | Both | 877-820-6371 |
| Newport Institute | Both | 855-272-7451 |
| Ohlhoff Recovery Programs - San Francisco Outpatient Program | Substance Abuse | 415-575-1100 x307 |
| Paradigm Treatment Centers - Paradigm San Francisco Seaview | Both | 877-469-2054 |
| Paradigm Treatment Centers - Paradigm San Francisco Terrace | Both | 888-220-3466 |
| Paradigm Treatment Centers - Paradigm San Francisco Young Adult | Both | 877-469-2054 |
| Reflections Detox Facility | Substance Abuse | 628-587-2242 |
| Residential Support Services | Mental Health | 415-457-6966 |
| Richmond Area Multi Services Inc - Outpatient Clinic | Mental Health | 415-668-5955 |
| Serenity Knolls Treatment Center - Chemical Dependency Recovery Program | Substance Abuse | 415-488-0400 |
| Sunset Mental Health Services | Mental Health | 628-754-8400 |
| Veterans Affairs Medical Center - Addiction Recovery Treatment Services | Substance Abuse | 415-221-4810 x24362 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bolinas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN THE DIOCESE OF CALIFORNIA | PO BOX 629 |
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What is the population of Bolinas?
Bolinas has a population of 1,176 residents and is located in California. The population density is 202 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46% female and 54% male.
Is Bolinas expensive to live in?
Bolinas is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $95,192, 27% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,909,100 (577% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,750 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 20.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Bolinas safe?
Bolinas is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 848 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bolinas receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Bolinas?
Bolinas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.
How is the job market in Bolinas?
The job market in Bolinas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $3,778. There are 31,186 business establishments in the area, including 2,143 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 36.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Bolinas?
The median home value in Bolinas is $1,909,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,824,106. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,750. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.1%. The average annual property tax is $17,586.
How are the schools in Bolinas?
Schools in Bolinas score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 57.9% of adults in Bolinas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 25.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Bolinas?
The obesity rate in Bolinas is 21.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.9% of adults are smokers. 14.6% are physically inactive. 23.9% of residents report depression. 4.4% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 99.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:918.
What is transportation like in Bolinas?
The average commute in Bolinas is 26 minutes. 50.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 36.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of Bolinas?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bolinas is 82.3% White, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. 94% of residents speak only English at home, while 6% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.
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