Novato, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 51,307 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
This Bay Area city experiences moderate temperatures with plenty of sunny days.
Geography
This northern Marin County city sits along the San Pablo Bay just north of San Francisco.
Cultural Attractions
The Infineon Raceway, just east of Novato, hosts the NASCAR Nextel Cup, among other similar events.
Recreation
Olompali State Historic Park features a varied landscape with views of the San Pablo Bay, the Petaluma River, and Mount Burdell.
Economy
Novato is home to two corporate headquarters with Birkenstock Sandals and Smith & Hawken garden company calling this city home.
| Population [details] | 51,307 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 61.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 323.16 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 38.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 65.75 °F/43.14 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 83.56 °F/61.77 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 16.51 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 46 |
| Cost of living [details] | 119.1 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (19.86 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CHARLES M. SCHULZ - SONOMA COUNTY (32.00 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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