Coalinga, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 12,993 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Coalinga is southwest of Fresno, in the foothills of the coast ranges.
Cultural Attractions
The R.C. Baker Memorial Museum showcases the town's oil history and pioneer lifestyle.
Recreation
Cabins are available for rent at nearby Camp Yeager, complete with a large campfire for those who wish to cook outdoors.
Economy
This town is trying to diversify its economy after relying on oil for most of its history.
Fun Fact
The world's only identified deposit of benitoite was found in the area and is now the state gem of California.
| Population [details] | 12,993 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 548.41 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 13.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 54.41 °F/29.34 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.48 °F/49.21 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 28.11 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 60 |
| Cost of living [details] | 120.8 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Jose (114.06 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | FRESNO YOSEMITE INTERNATIONAL (56.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Religious activities, Wineries |
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