A vibrant city known for its rich history, beautiful wineries, and picturesque landscapes.
Located just 30 miles northeast of downtown San Diego and 20 minutes from the coast, Escondido is a vibrant North County city known for its rich history, scenic valleys, and diverse community. Nestled among avocado and citrus groves, this picturesque area combines small-town charm with a dynamic cultural and culinary scene.
Surrounded by rolling hills and lush open spaces, Escondido is home to award-winning wineries, craft breweries, and a thriving arts district anchored by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Families and visitors enjoy exploring Queen Califia’s Magical Circle, the city’s unique sculpture garden in Kit Carson Park, and discovering nearby attractions like the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the Best Places to Retire in the West, and by Ladies’ Home Journal as a Top Ten City for Government, Escondido continues to attract residents seeking value, vibrancy, and opportunity. With its welcoming atmosphere, historic downtown, and convenient location between the coast and the mountains, Escondido offers the best of Southern California living in a setting rich with culture and natural beauty.
149,913 people live in Escondido, where the median age is 37.1 and the average individual income is $38,098. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Escondido, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wisdom 101, F45 Training San Marcos, and SwimFX.
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| Shopping | 4.4 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.78 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.36 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.09 miles | 27 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.35 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.4 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.4 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.34 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.46 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Escondido has 50,658 households, with an average household size of 2.9. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Escondido do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 149,913 people call Escondido home. The population density is 4,014.27 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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