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About Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz, California is located in Santa Cruz County and is a diverse community with a variety of distinctive topography. Many unique neighborhoods can be found here. Whether you prefer a small “artsy” atmosphere on the beach, quaint towns nestled in the redwood forest, an upscale gated or golf-course community, an estate that provides you with views of the Monterey Bay, or the vibrant downtown city life, the area has something for everyone.

Santa Cruz is named after the Mission Santa Cruz, or Holy Cross, whose majestic profile is one of your first views when coming into the city from Highway 17/880. Santa Cruz is located on California's Central Coast, 65 miles south of San Francisco and 35 miles north of Monterey. Situated on the North side of the sparkling Monterey Bay, surrounded by old growth Redwood forests, Santa Cruz County has 29 miles of sunny beaches and includes 6 state parks and 6 state beaches. The closest airport is located in San Jose, which is 30 miles northeast of Santa Cruz.

The climate here is mild, with average temperatures in the mid-70's in the summer and mid-50's in the winter with fairly low humidity. Annual rainfall averages 31 inches, with most of the rainfall occurring between November and April. Morning fog is not uncommon. There are approximately 300 days of sunshine per year in sunny Santa Cruz.

Recreational opportunities abound, mountain biking, hiking, golfing, kayaking, deep-sea fishing, and let's not forget surfing. Nick-named “Surf-City,” Santa Cruz also hosts California's first Surfing Museum, located in the Lighthouse on West Cliff Drive, honoring a sport that came into its own here and still rules the waves. Fine art, cultural experiences, gourmet cuisine, wine-tasting and a multitude of unique shopping opportunities are also available in the Santa Cruz area.

Home to University of California Santa Cruz, Cabrillo College and just a short commute to California State University at Monterey Bay and San Jose State University, Santa Cruz is home to a well-educated and articulate population of intellectuals and politically active residents.

Santa Cruz County has enchanted visitors and residents alike since the 1800's and will no doubt enchant you as well!

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Santa Cruz, CA246$498,450$556,812
home sale data for other nearby cities
Aptos, CA97$475,000$549,842
Ben Lomond, CA20$340,000$389,022
Bonny Doon, CA90$528,250$559,520
Boulder Creek, CA39$230,000$257,824
Brookdale, CA7$211,500$252,299
Campbell, CA91$550,000$586,553
Capitola, CA30$405,000$445,448
Corralitos, CA203$270,000$350,176
Cupertino, CA132$801,750$830,353
Davenport, CA2$847,250$847,250
Felton, CA36$258,613$296,054
Freedom, CA15$250,000$226,221
La Selva bch, CA203$270,000$350,176
La Selva Beach, CA203$270,000$350,176
Lompico, CA36$258,613$296,054
Los Gatos, CA154$902,207$957,706
Monte Sereno, CA33$1,410,000$1,416,682
Moss Landing, CA1$173,000$173,000
Pajaro, CA203$270,000$350,176
Paradise Park, CA90$528,250$559,520
Rio del Mar, CA97$475,000$549,842
Saratoga, CA74$1,083,419$1,254,247
Scotts Valley, CA132$528,029$540,734
Soquel, CA20$442,500$614,450
Watsonville, CA203$270,000$350,176
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Population

Total Population56,139
Population Density4,396 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population27,956
Male Population28,183
Population Change since 1990↑ 14% Increase
Population Change since 2000↑ 3% Increase

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public CollegeCabrillo College
Distance6 miles
Nearest 4-Year Public CollegeUniversity Of California Santa Cruz
Distance1 miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households21,399
Family Households10,756
Average Family Size3.09
Average Household Income$87,073
Median Household Income$62,405
Income Change since 1990↑ 23099% Increase
Income Change since 2000↑ 23% Increase

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk1.16
Crime Risk (County)0.79
Personal Crime Risk (County)0.51
Murder Crime Risk (County)0.80
Rape Crime Risk (County)0.54
Robbery Crime Risk (County)1.12
Assault Crime Risk (County)0.78
Property Crime Risk (County)0.83
Burglary Crime Risk (County)1.13
Larceny Crime Risk (County)0.71
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County)0.61

Climate

Average July High Temperature74.8 °F
Average January Low Temperature40.2 °F
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches
Air Pollution Index80% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate9.50%
Nearest AirportNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International
Distance27 miles
Nearest Major Sports TeamSan Jose Giants (a)
Distance26 miles
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Grades: 7 - 8

Branciforte Middle School315 Poplar Ave
Mission Hill Middle School425 King St
Scotts Valley Middle School8 Bean Creek Rd
Shoreline Middle School855 17th Ave

Grades: 9 - 12

Costanoa High School840 N Branciforte Ave
Cypress Charter High School2039 Merrill St
Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory High School425 Encinal St
Harbor High School300 La Fonda Ave
Santa Cruz High School415 Walnut Ave
Scotts Valley High School555 Glenwood Dr

Grades: K - 6

Bay View Elementary School1231 Bay St
Bonny Doon Elementary School1492 Pine Flat Rd
Brook Knoll Elementary School151 Brook Knoll Dr
Del Mar Elementary School1959 Merrill St
Delaveaga Elementary School1145 Morrissey Blvd
Gault Elementary School1320 Seabright Ave
Green Acres Elementary School966 Bostwick Ln
Happy Valley Elementary School3125 Branciforte Dr
Live Oak Elementary School1916 Capitola Rd
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School8005 Winkle Ave
Spring Hill Elementary - Santa Cruz250 California St
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AIR TRAVEL

Bonny Doon Village Arprt-cl778647 Empire Grade

ART AND MUSEUMS

Arboretum-university Of Ca1156 High St
California Association-museums100 Shaffer Rd
Mary Porter Sesnon Art Gallery1156 High St
Museum Of Art & History705 Front St
Santa Cruz Art League526 Broadway
Santa Cruz Museum-natrl Histry1305 E Cliff Dr
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum701 W Cliff Dr
Seymour Marine Discovery Ctr100 Shaffer Rd
Surfing Museum Lighthouse809 Center St

BANKS

Bank Of America1538 Pacific Ave # 300
Bank Of America1640 Mission St
Bank Of America806 Ocean St
Bank Of America104 River St
Bank Of The West1551 Pacific Ave
Chase730 Ocean St
Comerica Bank1901 Mission St
Comerica Bank25 River St
Comerica Bank1237 Soquel Ave
Lighthouse Bank111 Mission St
Rabobank3110 Mission Dr

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Alain Pinel Realtors
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