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Nice, CA

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Population
2,569
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,354 ft
Median Home Value
$172,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,293/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,014
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Nice

Nice sits along the north shore of Clear Lake, offering a quiet, laid-back community for people who want everyday life by the water. With around 3,000 residents, it has the feel of a classic small lake town where neighbors know each other and traffic is minimal. Highway 20 runs straight through town, making it easy to run errands or grab dinner in nearby Upper Lake and Lakeport.

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Living here revolves around the lake and the outdoors. Residents enjoy easy access to boating, world-class bass fishing, and scenic views from waterfront parks and hillside neighborhoods. The nearby Mendocino National Forest provides quick getaways for hiking and camping, giving outdoor lovers plenty to explore year-round. For anyone seeking affordable Northern California lake country and a slower pace of life, Nice is a comfortable place to call home.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+99.4rating

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