First-time visitors and old-timers often say that Marin is a paradise. The county has special qualities that contribute to an enviable lifestyle: natural beauty, mild weather, small family-friendly towns, easy access to San Francisco, and abundant outdoor and cultural activities!
- Community Support: Residents support public services and safety through bond measures and private foundations; in 2023-24, donations to Marin schools from SchoolsRule Marin totaled about $785,000.
- Environmental Conservation: The Marin Agricultural Land Trust has preserved over 55,000 acres of farmland, protecting it from development. About 80% of Marin land is protected open space and parks.
-Mediterranean Weather: Marin is in one of five areas of the world (about 3%) that have a Mediterranean climate, with mild wet winters and warm, dry summers.
- Clean Environment: Marin boasts clean air with an Air Quality Index often below 50 and fresh water from local lakes, reservoirs, and the Russian River.
- Water Quality: The water in Marin is soft and of high quality, regularly tested for contaminants to ensure it exceeds minimum health standards.
Small, Family Friendly Towns: Marin has 13 small towns and 14 villages. The towns, which average 16,000 people, are mostly arrayed across the hills and valleys on the east side of Mount Tamalpais, facing the bay. The villages of West Marin are adjacent to parks and farmland and along the Pacific coast.
Excellent Health Care: Marin Health, an affiliate of UC San Francisco health care, Sutter Health, Kaiser Permanente, county-supported clinics provide extensine heralt care options.
Visit www.livinginmarin.com to see all Marin has to offer!
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