Introduction
About Hercules, California

Like the mythological figure this city is named after, Hercules, California lets its residents perform feats of athletic prowess with the hiking, wildlife and trails that so many find to be this town’s number one attraction.  The City of Hercules maintains plenty of open space areas and hiking trails throughout the community that provides opportunity for spotting various types of wildlife and offering dazzling views of the bay.  The population of Hercules is mainly middle class and relatively diverse. The town has some light manufacturing and high-tech industry as well as a variety of commercial and retail facilities. Most of the housing and other buildings in Hercules, California are of recent construction and residential development is ongoing.
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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 20,809
Population Density 3,212 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 10,864
Male Population 9,945
Median Age 37.41 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 66%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College CONTRA COSTA COLLEGE
Distance to CONTRA COSTA COLLEGE 5 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College CALIFORNIA MARITIME ACADEMY
Distance to CALIFORNIA MARITIME ACADEMY 5 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 6,752
Family Households 5,175
Average Family Size 3.69
Average Household Income $91,538
Median Household Income $93,350
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 66%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.39
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.82
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.99
Murder Risk (County) 1.12
Rape Risk (County) 0.79
Robbery Risk 0.92
Assault Risk (County) 0.94
Property Risk (County) 0.82
Burglary Risk (County) 0.89
Larceny Risk (County) 0.91
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 1.04

Environment

Average July High Temperature 87.4° F
Average January Low Temperature 38.8° F
Annual Precipitation 19.58 inches
Air Pollution Index 86% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 8.25%
Nearest Airport METROPOLITAN OAKLAND INTL
Distance to METROPOLITAN OAKLAND INTL 18 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
Distance to SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS 17 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
HERCULES MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 81900 REFUGIO VALLEY RD, HERCULES, CA 94547
HERCULES HIGH SCHOOL9 - 121900 REFUGIO VALLEY RD, HERCULES, CA 94547
OHLONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51616 PHEASANT DR, HERCULES, CA 94547
HANNA RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 52480 REFUGIO VALLEY RD, HERCULES, CA 94547
LUPINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51919 LUPINE RD, HERCULES, CA 94547
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA1611 SYCAMORE AVE HERCULES, CA 94547
BANKSDOWNEY SAVINGS1590 SYCAMORE AVE HERCULES, CA 94547
BANKSWASHINGTON MUTUAL3600 SAN PABLO AVE HERCULES, CA 94547
BANKSWELLS FARGO BANK1572 SYCAMORE AVE HERCULES, CA 94547
CHURCHESCHURCH OF CHRIST199 BEECHNUT DR HERCULES, CA 94547
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICFRANKLIN CANYON GOLF COURSEHIGHWAY 4 HERCULES, CA 94547



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
94547351$502,643$494,958
Displaying 1-3 of 3 in $200-500k range
 202 COLUMBINE PL
 HERCULES, CA 94547
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 
$484,999

 500 ATHENA #6
 HERCULES, CA 94547
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 
$290,000

EXCELLENT BANK OWNED PROPERTY IN BEAUTIFUL HERCULES. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN CARED FOR AND OFFERS PLENTY OF PRIVACY FROM ALL ROOMS. CLOSE TO CLUB HOUSE, MAIL BOX AND PARKING AREAS. INSIDE LAUNDRY AND PLENTY OF STORAGE.
 105 PORTOFINO CT
 HERCULES, CA 94547
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$249,900


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