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As of the 2020 Census, Alamo in Contra Costa County, CA, had a population of 14,750. The median age was 49.5 years, with 23.5% aged 65 or older and about 17% under 18. The gender split was nearly even, at 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The racial makeup was 80.1% White, 11.4% Asian, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% Black or African American, and 4.1% identifying as two or more races.

Alamo, an unincorporated community in Contra Costa County, CA, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with approximately 90% of residents commuting by car and over 2 vehicles per household on average. Public transit use is low, at around 2%, due to limited local service, though nearby BART stations in Walnut Creek and Danville offer regional connections. The typical one-way commute time is about 32 minutes. Transportation infrastructure includes Interstate 680 and arterial roads, facilitating access to major employment hubs in San Francisco, Oakland, and Walnut Creek. Biking and walking rates are under 2%, reflecting suburban commuting patterns.

Alamo, in Contra Costa County, CA, is an affluent suburb with a homeownership rate of around 90%. The median home value as of 2024 is about $2.15 million, with median rents near $5,500 monthly. Mostly featuring single-family detached homes, Alamo neighborhoods like Roundhill, Stonegate, and Alamo Oaks are popular. The area’s property values have appreciated approximately 4% year-over-year. Annual property taxes average 1.1% of property value, equating to roughly $23,650 on a median-priced home. The market is competitive, with limited available rentals and high demand.

Alamo, in Contra Costa County, CA, is served primarily by the highly rated San Ramon Valley Unified School District, featuring one public high school nearby, with average standardized test scores above 80th percentile. Over 72% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The area offers four public schools, private school options, and adult education programs nearby. School safety levels are excellent, with very low incident rates reported. Extracurricular and STEM programs are robust, contributing to Alamo’s reputation as an academically focused, secure community for lifelong learning.

Alamo, in Contra Costa County, CA, primarily accesses healthcare through nearby facilities such as John Muir Medical Center (Walnut Creek, ~5 miles away) and several local clinics. Over 95% of Alamo residents have health insurance, significantly higher than the national average. The population is predominantly White and affluent, with a median age above 50. Common health issues include cardiovascular disease and age-related conditions. Primary care, specialists, and urgent care services are prevalent, with a physician-to-population ratio of about 300:100,000 in the region, ensuring high healthcare accessibility and quality outcomes.