Climate
This California northern coastal community enjoys a year-round temperate climate.
Cultural Attractions
The Monterey Jazz Festival is a weekend-long event featuring 500 jazz artists on nine different stages.
Recreation
The area has numerous kayaking outfitters, or one can join the 65,000 divers who come from around the world to experience the natural extravagance of Monterey Bay.
Historical
Colton Hall in Monterey is truly a multipurpose building; since its construction in 1849, it has been used as the county seat, courthouse, public school, hospital, and rationing office. It is now a museum.
Economy
The area has a strong military presence with the Naval Postgraduate School and the Defense Language Institute, both located within the city.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 28,950
- Population under 55:
- 72.3%
- Population over 55:
- 27.7%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- San Jose
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 65°F July High, 42°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $48,142
- Median home price:
- $426,000
- Average property tax:
- N/A
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 16.4%
- High
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 3
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 6/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 11/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 188
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