Claremont, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 35,093 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Claremont is east of Los Angeles, in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
The Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, which features only plants native to California, is located within the city.
Recreation
Cahuilla Park, the largest improved park in town, provides tennis and basketball courts, as well as fields for baseball or softball.
Historical
The founders of local Pomona College were originally from New England and modeled the school on their hometown colleges.
Economy
This town is primarily residential but has a strong manufacturing-based economy of such goods as electrical equipment and dairy products. Remnants of citrus groves recall the area's agricultural past.
| Population [details] | 35,093 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 66.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 421.56 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 51.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 58.4 °F/42.26 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 71.82 °F/54.8 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 25.46 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 61 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.55 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Los Angeles (35.82 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL (8.00 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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