St. Petersburg, FL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 242,155 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
The "Sunshine City" holds a Guinness world record for having the most consecutive days of sunshine: 768.
Geography
The city sits on a peninsula between Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
Cultural Attractions
With six museums, including the Salvador Dali Museum, and performing arts venues such as the Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg is the cultural hub of central Florida.
Recreation
Pro sports lovers can enjoy the Tampa Bay Rays (baseball), Buccaneers (football), and Lightning (hockey). Boating, fishing, and golf are also popular pastimes.
Historical
In 1914, the city became the first to host a baseball team, the St. Louis Browns, for spring training.
Economy
St. Petersburg's major industries include manufacturing, medical technologies, and information technology.
| Population [details] | 242,155 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 63.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 715.75 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 28.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 69.6 °F/46.84 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.5 °F/71.46 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 49.06 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 180 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.55 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Jacksonville (176.26 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | ST PETERSBURG-CLEARWATER INTERNATIONAL (9.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Sporting events, Swimming |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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