San Rafael, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 57,785 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
The climate is mild and Mediterranean; the averages throughout the year stay between 40 degrees and just above 80.
Geography
San Rafael is in the center of Marin County’s eastern urban corridor, north of San Francisco.
Cultural Attractions
The Mission San Rafael Arcangel is a museum replica of the first mission built in 1817.
Recreation
China Camp State Park, formerly a Chinese fishing village on the coast, offers hiking, horseback riding, and biking trails with beautiful views.
Fun Fact
San Rafael has long been a hub for the film industry and is the home of Star Wars producer George Lucas’s film company.
| Population [details] | 57,785 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 61.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 525.08 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 44.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 65.31 °F/43.2 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.77 °F/63.57 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 16.36 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 68 |
| Cost of living [details] | 119.1 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (12.23 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | METROPOLITAN OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL (25.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, 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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