Cerritos, CA is a city located in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. It has consistently been ranked high in BestPlaces rankings for quality of life, affordability and safety. It has a livability score of 86 and is considered to be one of the best places to live in California due to its strong economy, abundance of recreational activities and low cost of living. The city also ranks highly for its public schools, which have excellent ratings from both teachers and parents alike. Cerritos also offers a range of amenities such as access to the beach, local libraries and shopping malls that help make it an attractive place to live. In terms of job opportunities, it provides plenty in areas like retail, finance, hospitality and technology. All this makes Cerritos an ideal place to raise a family or start a business.
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