Pacific Grove, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 14,918 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
This nature-filled community borders the Monterey Bay, the city of Monterey, the Pacific Ocean, and Del Monte Forest.
Cultural Attractions
The annual Carmel Bach Festival offers three weeks of performances by international musicians, including recital and master classes.
Recreation
Aside from its beautiful beaches, Pacific Grove is home to 28 parks.
Historical
Point Pinos Lighthouse has shined since 1855, making it the oldest continually-operating lighthouse on the West Coast.
Fun Fact
Pacific Grove is nicknamed "Butterfly Town, U.S.A." because thousands of Monarch butterflies overwinter in the pines and eucalyptus trees in the town's Monarch Grove Sanctuary.
| Population [details] | 14,918 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 55.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 659.16 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 44.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 62.12 °F/42.09 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 65.51 °F/51.88 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 17.81 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 55 |
| Cost of living [details] | 156.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Jose (45.83 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MONTEREY PENINSULA (5.00 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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