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|---|---|
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| General Info | |
| Population | 41,375 |
| Elevation | 66 ft(20 m) |
| Housing & Wealth | |
| Median Home | $901,580 |
| Median Rent | $2,112 |
| Median Income | $110,057 |
| Rent Burden | 23% |
| Climate & Risks | |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
| Avg. High | N/A |
| Temp Swing | N/A |
| Annual Rainfall | 45"(114 cm) |
| Annual Snowfall | N/A |
| Air Quality | AQI 37 (Avg)6 days > 100 |
| Infrastructure & Lifestyle | |
| Central walkability | 91 |
| Transit Score | 39 |
| Safety Score | 0 (Crime Index) |
| School Rating | 6.7/10 |
| Internet Access | Fiber: 95%Cable: 99% |
| Demographics | |
| Median Age | 45.8 years |
| College Educated | 50% |
| Remote Workers | 21% |
| Nature Access | |
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