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Princeton, NJ vs Santa Clara, CA

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- Santa Clara has 67.5% less rainy days than Princeton.
- Santa Clara has 27.9% more Sunny Days than Princeton.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Santa Clara scores 22.2% better than Princeton
 Princeton, NJSanta Clara, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1538
 Snowfall24  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock63106
 Sunny204  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8086
 Avg. Jan. Low22  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock8.87
 UV Index4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock722443
Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

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Over 16 years ago

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

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You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More

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Reviews for Santa Clara    14 Reviews

Larry · 

Santa Clara, CA and the city government are great. The city has been for the most part very good to me. I grew up in Santa Clara and now that I have been away for two  More

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I have lived in Santa Clara California most of my life so I consider myself to be an expert. The climate is wonderful. The price of housing is way above the national  More

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Over 10 years ago

Good Central Park and activities; City-owned power company provides lower cost power; home to many high-tech companies; city is  More

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