Cocoa, FL (32922) is a city in Brevard County, Florida. It has an estimated population of 17,567 as of 2018 and is located on the Atlantic Ocean coast. The city is known for its beautiful beaches, quaint downtown area and close proximity to the Kennedy Space Center. The city ranks highly in a variety of categories according to bestplaces.net. In terms of crime, Cocoa has one of the lowest rates in the state with a crime index rating of only 3 out of 100. This means that it is significantly safer than most other cities in the US. Additionally, Cocoa ranks highly when it comes to cost of living and diversity with ratings of 89 and 61 respectively. Moreover, its educational system rankings are also impressive with an overall score of 7.7 out of 10 points from BestPlaces's 2019 rankings. All these factors combined make Cocoa a great place to live for people who are looking for a safe and affordable community with good schools nearby.
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