Overview
Fremont is a coastal city in Northern California, and a part of the Bay Area. It is also within the Tri-City area, along with Newark and Union City. Its sunny weather all year long and plenty of outdoor recreation have made it an exceptional retirement destination. Besides that, its proximity to the larger cities of San Jose and San Francisco offer residents vast amenities.
Climate & Geography
California is popular for its pleasant Mediterranean climate and beautiful scenery, and this holds true in Fremont as well. Typically the weather is mild and temperate all year round, and residents can expect less rainfall than the national average, no snowfall, and approximately 264 days of sunshine each year.
The city is in between the rolling hills of East Bay and the San Francisco Bay, making it home to plenty of beaches. It is also home to diverse geography, from desert valleys to tracts of greenspace.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
There are plenty of opportunities for residents to get outdoors and enjoy Fremont’s sunny weather. The city is perfect for an active lifestyle because of its abundance of nature areas including locations such as Coyote Hill Regional Park, Mission Creek Regional Reserve, and San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Each of these reserves offer unique interactions with wildlife along with hiking trails, tours, and more.
Fremont also borders Silicon Valley, which is famous for being a global center for innovation, technology, and social media. Aside from this, residents are in proximity to other large cities such as San Jose and San Francisco. The excitement will seem endless with plenty of amenities, world-class attractions, and opportunities for exploration.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Like most of California, the cost of living in Fremont is significantly higher than national averages. This is primarily due to its expensive housing cost which is well above the U.S median.
California does not tax Social Security income or Railroad Retirement benefits but all other retirement income is subject to state taxes. Also, residents who are 65+ are eligible for an extra $118 exemption that comes right off their tax bill. These residents also qualify to defer their payment of property taxes. The combined sales tax rate in Fremont is at 9.25 percent.
Health Care
California generally scores among the top states in Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
There are eleven highly rated hospitals and medical centers within a 15-mile radius of Fremont. Two of these are nationally ranked by U.S News: Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital and Lucile Packard Hospital.