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Salinas, CA

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Let’s start with the basics: Salinas, CA has a population of 158656. What about cost of living in Salinas, CA? The median income in Salinas, CA is $85,033 and the median home value is $576,244.

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Weather in Salinas, CA

Average Temperatures

68 high / 47 low

Average Annual Rainfall

14 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Salinas, California

Median Home Value
$576,244
Median Property Tax
$3,035
Total Population
158,656
Average Commute
22 min
Median Household Income
$85,033
Median Monthly Rent
$1,662

Map of Salinas, CA

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