Monterey, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 29,284 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
This California northern coastal community enjoys a year-round temperate climate.
Cultural Attractions
The Monterey Jazz Festival is a weekend-long event featuring 500 jazz artists on nine different stages.
Recreation
The area has numerous kayaking outfitters, or one can join the 65,000 divers who come from around the world to experience the natural extravagance of Monterey Bay.
Historical
Colton Hall in Monterey is truly a multipurpose building; since its construction in 1849, it has been used as the county seat, courthouse, public school, hospital, and rationing office. It is now a museum.
Economy
The area has a strong military presence with the Naval Postgraduate School and the Defense Language Institute, both located within the city.
| Population [details] | 29,284 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 67.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 467.55 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 46.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 62.02 °F/42.11 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 65.5 °F/52.01 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 19.65 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 43 |
| Cost of living [details] | 156.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Jose (45.09 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MONTEREY PENINSULA (3.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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