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Six: San Carlos.
圣卡洛斯
This city has one of the lowest crime rates in the United States, and with its equally low unemployment rate,
圣卡洛斯是全美犯罪率最低的城市之一，失业率也同样很低，
it is easy to see why San Carlos ranks among the best places to live in California.
所以它榜上有名一点都不奇怪。
Located on the San Francisco Peninsula, midway between San Francisco and San Jose,
位于旧金山半岛，且处于旧金山和圣何塞之间，
the city's motto is "City of Good Living", and that's an accurate description of the lifestyle you'll have.
这座城市的别名是“美丽生活之城”，这也非常符合您的生活方式。
The total population is less than 30,000, so there's a friendly atmosphere in the community.
总人口不到3万，社区市民和蔼可亲，气氛轻松活跃。
Its downtown area is mainly comprised of eating places and small privately owned businesses,
市中心主要是饮食场所，以及私人小企业聚集地，
and the pace of living is unhurried.
生活节奏相对较慢。
San Carlos is also considered to be a relatively affluent place to live:
圣卡洛斯还是一个相对富裕的城市，
the average household will have an income in excess of 150,000 dollars,
住户平均收入超过了15万美金，
which places it in the 94 percentile among other cities in California.
水平要高于全加州94%的城市。
It also has a good school system, an airport and two museums.
教育体系完善，这里还有机场和两个博物馆。
Seven: Saratoga.
萨拉托加
This city is regarded as one of the most educated places in the country by Forbes magazine;
《福布斯》将它列为全美教育水平最高的城市之一；
and given many of its residents work in Silicon Valley, this is perhaps not that surprising.
生活在这里的许多居民都在硅谷上班，这一点绝对不足为奇。
Located in Santa Clara County and just west of San Jose, Saratoga has a population hovering around 30,000.
位于圣克拉拉县，圣何塞以西，人口大约在3万。
The average household income exceeds 230,000 dollars,
居民平均收入超23万美金，
making it one of the most prosperous places to live in the country.
所以成为了全美最富裕的宜居城市之一。
The city has wonderful amenities that include several outstanding, local wineries.
这里有许多完善的便利设施，包括多处葡萄酒酿酒厂。
Most of the businesses are privately owned, which helps to create a friendly, small town atmosphere.
多数企业为私有，所以小镇气氛也非常和睦。
Saratoga has an exceptional school system, as well as having a low crime rate;
这里的教育系统完善，且犯罪率极低；
so, it is a great place for young families.
这对于年轻家庭来说是个不错选择。
With its clement weather, beautifully designed neighborhoods and leafy, tree-filled avenues,
这里气候宜人，社区规划美丽典雅，还有郁郁葱葱的大街，
Saratoga understandably ranks as one of the best places to live in California.
毫无疑问，萨拉托加被列为了加州最适合宜居城市之一。
It will be expensive, but well worth every penny.
虽然开销偏高，但物有所值。
Eight: Yorba Linda.
约巴林达
There aren't very many places that can boast a better climate than Yorba Linda.
还没有哪里可以和约巴林达的宜人气候相媲美。
The average summer temperatures stay within the mid-70's;
夏天平均气温在75华氏度左右，
and the air quality is exceptionally good, something that needs to be considered when living in California.
空气质量优越，这些都是选择加州的考虑要素之一。
Yorba Linda is located in Orange County, some 35 miles from the center of Los Angeles,
约巴林达位于橙县，距离洛杉矶市中心约35英里，
but has a small suburban quality to it.
这里有些像纽约市郊的感觉。
Like other cities on this list, the city has a high average household income,
与其它上榜城市一样，这里的平均家庭收入非常高，
and enjoys the highest median income of all cities in Orange County.
它还是橙县中等家庭收入最高的地区。
Yorba Linda has also been on CNN Money Magazine's list of best places to live in the county.
它还荣登《CNNMoney》榜单，成为了全国最适宜宜居城市之一。
It has a 219 acres golf course, owned by the city, which is regarded as one of the finest in the nation.
它的高尔夫球场面积达219英亩，被公认为全国最好的高尔夫球场。
Whilst playing a few rounds, you are likely to get stunning views of the Newport Beach Coast as well as Catalina Island.
一边打球一边欣赏纽波特海岸，以及美丽的卡特琳娜岛。
Nine: Livermore.
利弗莫尔
You might be surprised to learn that Livermore has the oldest wineries in California.
让你惊奇的是，利弗莫尔拥有加州最古老的葡萄酒酿酒厂。
In fact, the first California wine to win in the French exposition was from the Cresta Blanca winery in 1884.
1884年，加州首个在法国博览会夺冠的葡萄酒就来自布兰卡庄园。
But, there's more to Livermore than just its wineries and beautiful vineyards.
除了酒厂和葡萄种植园，利弗莫尔还有更多吸引你的地方。
There are great, first class golf courses; and top end restaurants,
这里有许多顶级高尔夫球场，奢华餐馆，
boutiques and shops that make the historic downtown area a great place to spend the evening.
精品服装店，购物商店等等，这片古老的市中心一定是您晚上休闲的好去处。
Crime rates are low, and you will be close to major freeways
犯罪率极低，且紧邻高速路，
offering commuters easy access to Silicon Valley, Oakland and San Francisco.
上班族可以直接飞奔到硅谷、奥克兰或者是旧金山。
Its proximity to major interstates also means you can get to some great destinations,
此外，这里还与许多主要洲际公路相连，可谓是四通八达，
like Yosemite, without too much trouble.
去约塞米蒂国家公园一点都不麻烦。
Importantly, house prices, though rising, are still reasonable, especially for the region.
更重要的是，这里的房价虽然还在攀升，但依然在合理范围之内。
Overall, Livermore is an affordable, pleasant place to live
总而言之，利弗莫尔是一个居住舒适，且成本不高的城市，
if you want to be in the Bay Area but cannot afford the exorbitant prices.
尤其是您的梦想是住在湾区，但无法承担高额开销的情况下。
Ten: Coronado.
科罗纳多
If you're looking to live in a small, quiet town by the Pacific Ocean, this is the place for you.
如果你想靠近太平洋，找个安静祥和的小城镇居住，科罗纳多是你不容错过的选择。
Coronado is just across the Big Bay, making it an ideal residence for those who work in San Diego.
它就处在湾区对面，所以对于在圣地亚哥工作的朋友，这里是你的理想选择。
The coastline is wonderful, with its balmy weather and gentle surf;
美丽的海岸线，怡人的气候，温和的海浪；
and Parents Magazine voted it as one of the best beaches for families in the United States.
《父母》杂志评选它为全美最适宜家庭出游的海滩之一。
There's even whale watching at different times of the year.
每年不定期还能观赏鲸鱼。
The community of residents enjoy exceptional weather,
居民可以享受这里迷人的天气，
historic landmarks like the Hotel del Coronado, and a slow paced lifestyle,
还有像德尔科罗纳多酒店这样的历史古建筑，这里的生活节奏也非常慢，
with a speed limit of 25mph on the island.
速度不超过每小时25英里。
There is also a thriving business community,
这里的商业发展也是蒸蒸日上，
low unemployment and one of the shortest commuting times on the West Coast.
失业率非常低，也是西海岸上班用时最短的地区之一。
Coronado is not a cheap place to live;
科罗纳多的生活费虽然不低，
but the quality of the lifestyle it offers makes it understandable why this is regarded as "The Crown City".
但这里的生活质量一定配得上它“皇冠之城”的美誉。
