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Escondido, CA

Escondido is a city in San Diego County, California, United States. Located in the North County region, it was incorporated in 1888 and is one of the oldest cities in San Diego County. It has a population of 151,038 as of the 2020 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.0 square miles (96 km2). 36.8 square miles (95 km2) of it is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km2) of it is water. The total area is 0.48% water.

Escondido is number eight among the Top Ten Cities for Government.

The Escondido Creek bisects the city. It originates at the Lake Wohlford Dam [ceb] in the northeast, passes through downtown, and leaves the city through the Harmony Grove area in the southwest before eventually emptying into the San Elijo Lagoon. The creek path through the city was developed into a concrete flood control channel in the 1960s. A Class I bicycle path runs along most of the channel's length.

The community of Valley Center is located just northeast of Escondido. Valley View Casino, owned by the San Pasqual Band of Diegueno Mission Indians, is located in Valley Center.

Natural vegetation types in the Escondido area include chaparral brushland, oak woodland, riparian (stream) woodland, and grassland. The Daley Ranch Preserve north of the city provides a good location to view these natural vegetation types.

The Escondido area was first settled by the Luiseño, who established campsites and villages along the creek running through the area. They named the place Mixéelum Pompáwvo or "Mehel-om-pom-pavo." The Luiseno also had another village north of Mixéelum Pompáwvo called Panakare. The Kumeyaay migrated from areas near the Colorado River, settling both in the San Pasqual Valley and near the San Dieguito River in the southwestern and western portions of what is now Escondido. Most of the villages and campsites today have been destroyed by development and agriculture

Escondido focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the City of Escondido's Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness and Chuze Fitness. Healing Corner incorporates the healing properties of plants, herbs, cremes, oils, and minerals from around the world into a variety of unmatched spa services designed to reduce stress and enhance balance. 

Discover the walking and hiking trails in and around Escondido, such as the Daley Ranch Trails and the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Escondido, CA are San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Orfila Vineyards and Winery, and Queen Califia's Magical Circle.

Population: 148,847 (2024). ZIP codes: 92025–92027, 92029. Area codes: 442, 760. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Area: 37.45 mi².

FAQs

Is Escondido, CA a good place to live?

Living in Escondido offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Escondido, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Escondido and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Escondido are above average.

What is Escondido, CA famous for?

About 30 miles northeast of downtown San Diego, Escondido is the best little town you’ve likely never heard of. Historically, visitors have flocked here for a couple of major draws—San Diego Zoo Safari Park (sister property to the world-renowned downtown zoo) and Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens, one of the largest craft breweries in the country. But those two attractions are just scratching the surface of this eclectic city on the rise.

Is Escondido, CA a wealthy area?

The per capita income in Escondido in 2018 was $35,338, which is middle-income relative to California, and upper-middle income relative to the rest of the US. This equates to an annual income of $141,352 for a family of four. However, Escondido contains both very wealthy and poor people as well.

Sources

Wikipedia

San Diego County

Escondido's Parks and Recreation Department

Planet Fitness 

Healing Corner 

Chuze Fitness

Daley Ranch Trails 

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Orfila Vineyards and Winery

Queen Califia's Magical Circle

Niche

Visit California

Neighborhoodscout

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