Alpine, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 12,987 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
A significant portion of this arid town was devastated by a wildfire in October 2003.
Geography
Alpine is just east of San Diego, at the base of the Cuyamaca Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
A casino and outlet mall (both run by the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians) are located within city limits.
Recreation
Hundreds of miles of trails are available in nearby Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and at the Cleveland National Forest.
Economy
Alpine has many retail shops and other small businesses, most of them in the town center.
| Population [details] | 12,987 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 67.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 99.8 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 28.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 65.87 °F/37.89 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 104.95 °F/72.56 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 17.86 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 73 |
| Cost of living [details] | 136.7 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Diego (19.05 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL (25.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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