Huntington Beach, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 198,770 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Located along the Pacific Ocean, Huntington Beach is southwest of Los Angeles.
Cultural Attractions
The city is home to the International Surfing Museum, the Huntington Beach Arts Center, and the Huntington Beach Playhouse.
Recreation
The city's eight-mile coastline is the largest stretch of uninterrupted beachfront on the West Coast. Huntington Beach also features one of the largest recreational piers in the world.
Historical
In 1901, the city was seen as having great potential to be the West Coast rival resort of Atlantic City, N.J.
Economy
Tourism is a vital part of Huntington Beach's economy.
| Population [details] | 198,770 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1383.27 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 39.80% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 62.02 °F/41.7 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 80.09 °F/58.56 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 15.22 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 48 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.55 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Los Angeles (29.93 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT-ORANGE COUNTY (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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