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.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 1 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 28.9% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 68 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 1 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 28 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 136 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $100,749 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $71,563 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $60,000 |
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