Brea, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 37,680 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Located in the foothills of northern Orange County, Brea has easy access to the Los Angeles freeway system.
Cultural Attractions
Curtis Theatre, a city-run venue, features several plays every season.
Recreation
City Hall Park features an Olympic-size swimming pool, as well as barbecue areas.
Historical
Oil was found in Brea in 1898.
Economy
The business sector includes manufacturing, service industries, and retail and distribution outlets.
| Population [details] | 37,680 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 710.61 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 36.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 60.41 °F/37.88 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.13 °F/59.01 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 35.79 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 55 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.55 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Los Angeles (27.75 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LONG BEACH /DAUGHERTY FIELD/ (17.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, 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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