Monterey, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 28,950
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

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

K–12

Elementary schools:
6
Middle schools:
3
High schools:
4

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
2
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
3

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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

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
188

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