Salinas, CA Rankings


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Salinas, CA is a city on the Central Coast of California. It is ranked #10 in Bestplaces for Job Growth, #5 in Bestplaces for Crime Rate, and #12 in Bestplaces for Cost of Living. The job growth rate in Salinas is around 2.8%, making it an attractive destination to start a career or business. Additionally, the crime rate is low compared to other cities in the area, making it a safe place to live and work. Lastly, the cost of living in Salinas is relatively low compared to other parts of California and offers several affordable housing opportunities. All these factors combined make Salinas a great place to live and work.

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#26 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#105 America's Migraine Hot Spots
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#132 Best Green Cities
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#153 2005 Best Places to Live
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Over 10 years ago

Sacred Heart School is a fine Catholic school in the heart of Salinas, Ca. Victoria Torcolini was principal of this PK-8 school from 2006-2009. Under her leadership, SHS  More

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Over 12 years ago

I Was born and raise in salinas. In 2006 my family moved to the central valley. I moved back to salinas in 2011. I moved back Because I got a better job in Carmel. I  More

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Salinas, California has some of the best weather in Central California. I love looking out at the mountain ranges that line the Salinas River Valley. It's a shame that  More

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