Geography
Castro Valley is east of the San Francisco Bay and just southeast of Oakland, in Alameda County.
Cultural Attractions
The Castro Valley-based Trinity Lyric Opera performs regularly at the Center of the Arts.
Recreation
The community calendar lists various activities offered in the city, from line dancing and yoga to community meetings.
Historical
The first business in the area is thought to be The Exchange, a saloon run by Henry Thomford.
Economy
Castro Valley is primarily residential but has a few light industries.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 56,787
- Population under 55:
- 71.8%
- Population over 55:
- 28.2%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Oakland
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 94°F July High, 36°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $61,902
- Median home price:
- $395,000
- Average property tax:
- $21
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 10.8%
- High
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 27
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 31
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 49/5
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 75/5
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 211
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