
Is Hayfork a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Hayfork, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
0 Registered Offenders Nearby
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Highway 36 in Bridgeville, with the patient experiencing difficulty breathing. The call was upgraded to an urgent response. Bridgeville Fire was dispatched. | CA-36, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews responded near Highway 36 in Bridgeville for a reported allergic reaction involving a young child. The call was upgraded to a Code 3 response when the child apparently began having difficulty breathing. | CA-36, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| Jun 15, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was activated near Bridgeville on Highway 36 with no patient contact reported. | CA-36, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| Jun 15, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a code 3 emergency medical response was requested near Highway 36 for a medical alarm activation. There was no patient contact reported. | CA-36, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| Jun 15, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a code 3 medical dispatch was reported near Highway 36 and Mountain Road for a medical alarm activation. Details are unclear but may involve a patient. | CA-36, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| Jun 15, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was activated near highway 36 by McClellan Mountain Road. Medical responders were dispatched, but no patient contact was made and further details are unknown. | CA-36, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| May 26, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near Dinsmore Road in Bridgeville. The first unit was canceled, and another unit began transporting the patient. | Dinsmore Rd, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| May 26, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to a location near Dinsmore Road in Bridgeville for a possible medical emergency involving a female who was reportedly crushed by a side-by-side vehicle and may have a broken hip and pelvis. | Dinsmore Rd, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
| May 26, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews responded Code 3 to a possible injury involving an unidentified woman with a suspected hip or pelvic fracture at a location near Dinsmore Road in Bridgeville, California. | Dinsmore Rd, Bridgeville, CA 95526 | Medical Emergency |
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Hayfork is a small, rural town in California with a population of 2,324. It has a lower rate of college education and lower middle income compared to state and national averages.
The neighborhood is ethnically diverse with notable Hungarian and Czechoslovakian ancestries. It is very quiet and less densely populated than most US neighborhoods.
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 34.1% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Hayfork features a high vacancy rate and a mix of housing types in a quiet, rural setting.
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Hayfork has a mixed workforce with a strong presence of artists and a high telecommuting rate.
| Work From Home Rate | 28.3% |
|---|---|
| Farmers, Foresters, Fishers | Higher than 99.2% of US neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 12.03% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | $26,816 |
| Hungarian Ancestry | 4.3% |
| Czechoslovakian Ancestry | 1.2% |
| Languages Spoken | English, Italian, Spanish |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with many short commutes, but a notable portion have long commutes.
Hayfork offers short commutes for many, but some residents face long travel times.
| Drive Alone Rate | 57.9% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 10.9% |
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
| Long Commute | 10.7% commute over an hour |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the income level in Hayfork?
Per capita income is $26,816, lower middle income relative to California and the US.
What makes Hayfork unique?
It has a high concentration of farmers, foresters, fishers, and artists, and a high telecommuting rate.