Santa Rosa, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 153,824 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Santa Rosa, one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, is in Sonoma County, northwest of San Francisco.
Cultural Attractions
The Sonoma County Museum is in Santa Rosa.
Recreation
Howarth Park offers picnic areas, boat rentals, tennis courts, and hiking trails.
Historical
In the 1850s, lots in the newly-formed Santa Rosa were sold for $25 apiece.
Economy
One of the area’s chief economic sectors is retail.
| Population [details] | 153,824 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 66.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 683.48 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 29.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 55.27 °F/34.18 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.01 °F/55.09 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 19.23 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 75 |
| Cost of living [details] | 119.1 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (45.34 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CHARLES M. SCHULZ - SONOMA COUNTY (7.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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