Alameda, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 69,948 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Alameda is situated on a small island in San Francisco Bay, next to Oakland.
Cultural Attractions
Alameda has two theaters : the Alameda Civic Light Opera and the Altarena Playhouse.
Recreation
Alameda has over 100 parks, including a dog park.
Historical
In 1818, the governor of California gave Alameda, formerly part of a land grant, to Luis Peralta.
Economy
Alameda is home to more than 200 high-tech businesses and is nicknamed "Silicon Island."
| Population [details] | 69,948 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 65.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1117.87 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 46.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 53.36 °F/36.99 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.05 °F/53.93 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 27.05 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 70 |
| Cost of living [details] | 156.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (6.00 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | METROPOLITAN OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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