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Seaside, CA

Seaside, formerly East Monterey, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, with a population of 32,366 as of the 2020 census. It is located 2.25 miles (3.6 km) east-northeast of Monterey, at an elevation of 33 feet (10 m), and is the home of California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB), UC MBEST Center, and the Monterey College of Law, which are located on the site of the former military base Fort Ord. Also on the site are the Bayonet and Black Horse golf courses, now open to the public and host to PGA Tour events, including the 2012 PGA Professional National Championship. Seaside is the gateway to Fort Ord National Monument, created on April 20, 2012.

Seaside is located at 36°36′40″N 121°50′41″W, toward the southern end of Monterey Bay. It is bordered to the north by Marina, to the west by Sand City, to the southwest by Monterey, and to the south by Del Rey Oaks. The California State Route 1 freeway runs along the western border of the city, north of Sand City.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Seaside has a total area of 9.1 square miles (24 km2), of which 8.9 square miles (23 km2) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2), or 1.51%, is water. According to the maps of the United States Geological Survey, the elevation ranges from 0 to 165 meters (0 to 541 feet).

In 1888 Seaside, then called East Monterey, was laid out by Dr. J.L.D. Roberts as a resort community. The Seaside post office opened in 1891. Seaside was incorporated in 1954 with Jack Oldemeyer as its first mayor. In the mid-1960s, over a quarter of the population (6,000 out of 22,000) was African-American, which was the largest concentration of African-Americans between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Seaside gives importance to health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Seaside Recreation and Community Services Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Being Active, Anytime Fitness, and Elektren. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Seaside, such as the Fort Ord Dunes Trail and the Monterey State Beach. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Seaside, CA are Bayonet & Black Horse, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and Old Fisherman's Wharf. 

Population: 32,366 (2020). ZIP Code: 93955. Area code: 831. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Area: 9.1 square miles (24 km2).

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What is the crime rate in Seaside, CA?

The crime rate in Seaside is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 18 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Seaside is 1 in 57. Based on FBI crime data, Seaside is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Seaside has a crime rate that is higher than 48% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Seaside, CA expensive?

The Seaside, CA cost of living index is 144 which makes it 44% higher than the national average. That’s slightly below the average California cost of living which is 50% over the national average. Groceries are about 7% higher than the national average and healthcare costs are nearly 30% higher. Utilities in Seaside are affordable and 13% lower than the national average. However, high housing costs are what push the cost of living so high.

Is Seaside, CA a good place to live?

Living in Seaside offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Seaside there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Seaside and residents tend to lean liberal. 

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Seaside

Seaside’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Being Active

Anytime Fitness 

Elektren

Fort Ord Dunes Trail 

Monterey State Beach

Bayonet & Black Horse

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Old Fisherman's Wharf

Neighborhoodscout

Sbmoving

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