Dana Point, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 36,173 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
The town encounters breezes from the Pacific Ocean and a range of temperatures throughout the year.
Geography
The halfway point between Los Angeles and San Diego, this town is right on the coast of Southern California.
Cultural Attractions
Dana Point holds the annual Festival of Whales Street Faire, which celebrates the return of the Gray Whale off the coast.
Recreation
Dana Point boasts the Dana Point Harbor, where many ocean-centered activities such as whale watching and boating are offered.
Historical
Richard Henry Dana Jr., the town's namesake, referred to the area (then called Capistrano Bay) as "the most romantic spot in California" in his book Two Years Before the Mast.
| Population [details] | 36,173 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 62.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 876.45 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 44.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 49.21 °F/30.11 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.49 °F/55.68 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 37.35 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 51 |
| Cost of living [details] | 136.7 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Diego (52.55 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT-ORANGE COUNTY (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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