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Carson City Nevada
Carson City, which is the capital of Nevada, sits in the center of one of the most scenic and historic areas in the country, a prime area for exploration and sightseeing in retirement. Retirees can enjoy the town's numerous parks and picnic grounds, with lighted tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, athletic fields and playgrounds. Population: As of 2011, Carson City's population is 55,132 people.
Climate: The Sierra Nevada Mountains intercept the moisture of air currents flowing from the Pacific Ocean, creating a desert-like climate in Carson City. This results in an annual average precipitation of 10.36 inches.
Cost of living: http://www.areavibes.com states that the cost of living in Carson City is equal to the Nevada average, and 4% greater than the national average.
Housing costs: The median home cost in Carson City is $245,200. This is 9.7% greater than the Nevada average and 32.2% greater than the national average.
Colleges and Universities: Retirees may find courses of interest at Western Nevada College (WNC) http://www.wnc.edu/. Transportation: Reno-Tahoe International Airport is 28 miles away, and serves the area by air. Carson City's first modern bus system, Jump Around Carson, or JAC, http://www.carson.org works for local transportation.
Travel and tourism: Carson City is the hub of the wagon wheel for day trips to exquisite destinations like Lake Tahoe, the hustle and bustle of Reno, and the old west flavor of Virginia City, each within a 35-minute drive. Visit http://www.visitcarsoncity.com/ for more information on shopping, dining, and other attractions.
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