Martinez, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 36,331 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Located along the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers.
Recreation
The waterfront has impressive Bocce ball courts, which are also host to the nation's largest Bocce federation.
Historical
In the 1840s, Martinez served as a ferryboat transit point across the Carquinez Straits for those en route to the gold fields.
Economy
The city is currently in the process of improving its marina with restaurants and shopping, adding new business buildings downtown, and constructing a new festival center in honor of John Muir.
Fun Fact
In 1874, the famous martini cocktail was invented here and first served to a thirsty gold miner.
| Population [details] | 36,331 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 66.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 491.63 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 35.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 49.56 °F/34.26 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.55 °F/58.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 28.67 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 57 |
| Cost of living [details] | 119.1 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (21.99 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | METROPOLITAN OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL (20.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, 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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