San Diego

California

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General Info
Population1,394,928
Population Density4.2k /sq mi
Elevation66 ft(20 m)
Housing & Wealth
Median Home
$972,713
Median Rent
$2,907
Median Income$98,657
Rent Burden35%
Climate & Risks
Sunny Days339 days/yr
Avg. High70°F
Comfort Score95/100Excellent
Temp Swing15°F
Annual Rainfall13"(33 cm)
Annual Snowfall0"(0 cm)
Air Quality
AQI 50 (Avg)5 days > 100
Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Walk Score65
Transit Score80
Safety Score67 / 100
School Rating7.1/10
Flood Risk (FEMA)
minimalMinimal Risk
Fire Risk (FEMA)
minimalMinimal
Internet Access
Fiber: 35%Cable: 98%
Demographics
Median Age35.8 years
College Educated49%
Remote Workers17%
Nature Access
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