LOCAL INFORMATION
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Located on the southeast side of the San Francisco Bay, Fremont is a city of over 214,000 people with an area of 90-square miles, making it the fourth most populous city in the Bay Area and California's 15th largest city. Fremont is located within Alameda County. With its moderate climate and its proximity to major universities, shopping areas, recreation and cultural activities, employment centers, major airports, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit system, Fremont captures metropolitan living at its best. Fremont is a Strong and Growing Market Since 2000, the Oakland-Fremont-Hayward metropolitan area has grown by 8.8 percent to 2.6 million people. It is projected to increase by another 3.8 percent by 2017. Top psychographic consumer segments are affluent, tech-savvy and highly educated with an urban mentality. Over 300 eateries including popular restaurant brands and a diverse range of ethnic cuisines. Wide variety of shopping options in centers such as Pacific Commons, The Hub and Washington West as well as business districts such as Irvington and Niles. Growing industries and employment sectors include: • Logistics, Warehousing, Goods Movement • Electric Vehicle Industry • High-Tech and Information Technology • Clean and Green Technology • Biotechnology and Life Sciences • Medical Major universities (including Stanford and U.C. Berkeley), community colleges, and technical schools are located within 30 mile |
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