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606000

Berkeley, California

       
Total population 101,555 Average January/July temperatures 44.7° / 75.0°
Median home price $ 655,000 Annual Precipitation 28.94 in. /yr.

Berkeley, California

This town is known for its cultural diversity and as the home of the University of California‑Berkeley.

Climate
Berkeley boasts a moderate climate, with breezes coming in from the San Francisco Bay.
Cultural Attractions
Jazz enthusiasts will enjoy the numerous clubs across town and assorted music festivals throughout the year.
Geography
This college town is located on the San Francisco Bay.
Historical
 The University of California‑Berkeley was founded in 1872.
Recreation
Cesar Chavez Park offers meadows for kite flying and other activities.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 54.3 ° / 35.08 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 95.12 ° / 54.9 °
Precipitation (?) 28.94 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 44 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 4
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 87
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 655,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $59822.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $44245
Maximum state income tax (?) 9.3 %
State sales tax (?) 8.75 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .420 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 22
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 13
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 45
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 254
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 3
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 34
Number of libraries within the county (?) 67
Number of museums within the county (?) 42
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 11
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 101,555
Population density (?) 9,809 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 49.7% growth
Population over 55 (?) 23,345 people
Education (?) 36 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 71
Number of clinics within the county (?) 146
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 176
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