Upper Lake, CA is a small town located in the mountainous northern region of California. It has a population of 2,054 people, according to the 2019 U.S. Census Bureau. Despite its small size, Upper Lake ranks well on BestPlaces.net's BestPlaces Index, which measures the quality of life for small towns and cities across America. The index gives Upper Lake a score of 72 out of 100 in overall livability, with high scores in amenities (74), crime (68), education (76), housing (77), cost of living (79) and employment (75). This indicates that the town offers an excellent quality of life for its residents, with plenty of amenities and services nearby, a low crime rate, access to good schools and affordable housing costs.
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