Lemon Grove, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 24,044 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
The city has a warm Mediterranean climate, complete with ocean breezes.
Cultural Attractions
Lemon Grove has one of the world's largest lemons, 10 feet wide and 6 feet in diameter.
Recreation
Sweetwater Regional Park, in the San Diego area, allows hikers to see the Pacific to the west and Tijuana to the south from its highest point, Summit Site.
Historical
The city got its name in the early 1900s, when citrus groves were planted and lemon and orange growing became the leading industry.
Economy
Lemon Grove has an agriculture-based economy, supplemented by small industries, such as motor vehicle parts manufacturing.
| Population [details] | 24,044 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 71.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1391.83 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 20.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 46.59 °F/25.05 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.63 °F/51.34 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 18.92 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 67 |
| Cost of living [details] | 136.7 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Diego (5.90 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL (9.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Health and fitness, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Concerts, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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