Climate
Temperatures stay quite warm throughout the year, but during hurricane season a good deal of rain gets dropped on the city.
Geography
Boca Raton is situated north of Miami and south of Palm Beach.
Cultural Attractions
The Boca Raton Museum of Art, established in the 1940s by some residents of Boca, has a permanent collection of more than 4,000 pieces.
Recreation
The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, opened when George Morikami donated 200 acres in honor of his home country of Japan, is now a large complex honoring all things Japanese.
Historical
During World War II, the Army established the only wartime radar training facility in Boca Raton.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 85,439
- Population under 55:
- 66.5%
- Population over 55:
- 33.5%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Miami
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 89°F July High, 44°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $62,812
- Median home price:
- $225,500
- Average property tax:
- $5,009
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 11.5%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 17
- Middle schools:
- 14
- High schools:
- 7
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 9
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 20
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 2/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 38/1
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 66/4
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 815
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