Neighborhood in Merced, CA
Is W North Bear Creek Dr / M St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Merced, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.
Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1
Medium0
Low0
Other1
201 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape43
Child involved165
Assault29
Other6
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported hemorrhage patient at a location on East Merced Street in Merced, with units proceeding under non-emergency traffic and no need to stage. | Wickson Pl, Merced, CA 95348 | Medical Emergency |
| Jun 25, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported passenger vehicle fire involving a white sedan near the landfill along Highway 59 north in Merced, with a cross street near Oakdale Road. | N State Hwy 59, Merced, CA 95348 | Fire & Arson |
Median Home Price
$480,433
Average Rent
$2,190
Vacancy Rate
8.8%
Overview
W North Bear Creek Dr / M St is a suburban neighborhood in Merced, California, with mostly small to medium apartments built mainly between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood is predominantly renter occupied and has a notable presence of farming occupations and Portuguese ancestry residents.
SuburbanPredominantly RentersDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Renter Occupied Rate | 83.9% |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 8.8% |
Housing market and real estate character
W North Bear Creek Dr / M St features mostly small to medium apartments with a high renter occupancy rate and moderate vacancy rate.
| Housing Age | Built mainly 1940-1999 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and small apartment buildings |
What buyers will notice right away
Most properties are renter occupied, with few owner-occupied homes.
Homes mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a unique cultural mix with a significant farming occupation presence and a below average income level.
Occupational Mix — 35.3% in executive/professional roles; 27.6% in sales/service; 20.6% in manufacturing/labor.
| Farmers, Foresters, Fishers | Higher than 96.4% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 31.6% |
| Foreign Born | 18.8% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 31.6% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican 41.7%, German 11.7%, Asian 9.6%, English 7.2%, Irish 6.7% |
| Top Languages | English 61.6%, Spanish, Tagalog |
| Foreign Born | 18.8% |
Commute
Residents have short commutes with a majority driving alone and some walking to work.
W North Bear Creek Dr / M St offers short commutes with diverse transportation modes.
Short Commutes — 42.7% commute under 15 minutes, among the shortest nationally.
Walk and Carpool — 16.8% carpool and 6.5% walk to work, showing varied commute options.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 69.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 16.8% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 6.5% |
Homes for sale near 95348
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
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3 bd | 2 ba | 1,415 sqft
Beaumont Plan, Sundial at Bellevue Ranch
Merced, CA, 95348
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in W North Bear Creek Dr / M St?
The median home price is $480,433, less expensive than 84.9% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common (61.6%), followed by Spanish and Tagalog.