Moss Landing, California (95039) is a small community located near the Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz County. It has a wide variety of attractions, from the Moss Landing State Wildlife Area to the Marina State Beach and Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve. According to BestPlaces, it has an overall livability score of 64 out of 100, ranking it 30th on their list of 95039 zip code areas in California. In terms of crime, Moss Landing fares slightly better than many other cities in the state with a crime index of 44 out of 100. It also features excellent air quality with an air quality index rating of 27 out of 100. Additionally, Moss Landing has great schools with a school score rating of 77 out of 100. Finally, the city features moderate housing costs compared to its counterparts with an average home price of $537,900. All things considered, Moss Landing is an attractive place to live that offers plenty in terms of natural beauty and amenities in addition to relatively good rankings across several important metrics.
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