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Nipomo, CA 

Nipomo is an unincorporated town in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States. The population was 16,714 for the 2010 census and grew to 18,176 for the 2020 census. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Nipomo as a census-designated place (CDP).

The original settlers of Nipomo were the Chumash Indians, who have lived in the area for over 9,000 years. Rancho Nipomo (the Indian word ne-po-mah meant "foot of the hill") was one of the first and largest of the Mexican land grants in San Luis Obispo County.

William G. Dana of Boston, a sea captain travels led him to California where he married Maria Josefa Carrillo of Santa Barbara. In 1837, the 38,000-acre (150 km2) Rancho Nipomo was granted to Captain Dana by the Mexican governor. The Dana Adobe, created in 1839, served as an important stop for travelers on El Camino Real between Mission San Luis Obispo and Mission Santa Barbara. The adobe was a stagecoach stop and became the exchange point for mail going between north and south in the first regular mail route in California. The Danas had several children, thirteen of whom reached adulthood. They learned both English and Spanish, as well as the language of the Chumash natives.

In 1846, U.S. Army Captain John C. Fremont and his soldiers stopped at the rancho on their way south to Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. Captain Dana hosted a barbecue and gave Fremont's men 30 fresh horses. By the 1880s the Dana descendants had built homes on the rancho and formed a town. Streets were laid out and lots were sold to the general public. The Pacific Coast Railway (narrow gauge) came to town in 1882, and trains ran through Nipomo until The Great Depression in the 1930s. By the end of 1942, the tracks had been removed for the World War II war effort.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 14.9 square miles (39 km2), virtually all of it land.

Nipomo focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Nipomo Recreation and Community Services 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 Anytime Fitness, F45 Training, and CYB Studios. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Nipomo, such as the Nipomo Park Trail and the Nipomo Community Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and the enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Nipomo, CA are DANA Adobe & Cultural Center, Nipomo Regional Park, and Blacklake Golf Resort.

Population: 17,266 (2023). ZIP code: 93444. Area code: 805. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Area: 14.852 sq mi (38.467 km2).

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What is Nipomo, CA famous for?

Citrus, avocado, and strawberry orchards thrive in the mild temps of this southern gateway to The Land of SLO CAL. Lush vineyards and flower fields captivate road-trippers along Highway 1. While flat-topped mesas and rolling dunes supply a stunning backdrop for multiple world-class golf courses.

Is Nipomo, CA a good place to live?

Living in Nipomo offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Nipomo, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Nipomo and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Nipomo are above average.

What is the crime rate in Nipomo, CA?

The crime rate in Nipomo is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 14 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Nipomo is 1 in 71. Based on FBI crime data, Nipomo is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Nipomo has a crime rate that is higher than 35% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

County of San Luis Obispo

Nipomo Recreation and Community Services Department

Anytime Fitness

F45 Training 

CYB Studios

Nipomo Park Trail 

Nipomo Community Park

DANA Adobe & Cultural Center

Nipomo Regional Park

Blacklake Golf Resort

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