Palermo, California (CA 95968) is a small unincorporated community located in Butte County. It is best known for its award winning school district and its close proximity to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. According to Bestplaces.net, Palermo has a total of 6 rankings including crime rate (B), cost of living (A-), public schools (A+), housing (B+), employment (C+) and weather (C). The crime rate in Palermo is below the national average making it a safe place to live. The cost of living in this area is also relatively low with an A- rating from Bestplaces.net; however, the housing prices have seen an increase in recent years making it slightly more expensive than the surrounding areas. Public schools are ranked very well with an A+ rating making it a great area to live if you have children that will be attending school. The unemployment rate here is slightly higher than average but there are still many job opportunities available in the nearby cities as well as within Palermo itself. Lastly, the weather in Palermo may not be ideal as it receives lower ratings from Bestplaces.net but overall creates a pleasant atmosphere throughout the year that draws people to this area for recreation and outdoor activities.
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