Gilroy, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 47,017 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Gilroy experiences a moderate climate, where a lot of days are sunny and free of coastal fog.
Geography
Located in Northern California, Gilroy is just east of Santa Cruz, sitting between the Diablo and Santa Cruz Mountains as well as the active Calaveras and Sargent Faults.
Cultural Attractions
The Gilroy Garlic Festival is an annual event in late July that celebrates the town's passion for garlic.
Recreation
There are 12 parks within the city limits, and the town is also a short drive from Santa Cruz, San Francisco, and Monterey Bay.
Economy
Known as the "Garlic Capital of the World," this town has roots in agriculture--primarily garlic.
| Population [details] | 47,017 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 804.87 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 26.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 47.93 °F/22.25 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.62 °F/50.62 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 21.08 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 70 |
| Cost of living [details] | 156.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Jose (23.36 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | NORMAN Y. MINETA SAN JOSE INTERNATIONAL (31.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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