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Santee, CA

Santee is a suburban city in San Diego County, California, with a population of 60,037 at the 2020 census. Although it is a part of the East County region, Santee is located just 18 miles (29 km) from the Pacific Ocean. The city is connected to the coastline by State Route 52, a six-lane freeway from Interstate 5 in La Jolla to State Route 67 in El Cajon. The city is bisected by the San Diego River, a linear greenbelt with parks, trails, and more than 1,100 acres (450 ha) of natural riparian habitat.

Santee shares the northern part of a valley with the city of El Cajon. The city is bisected by the San Diego River, which flows east to west for approximately 4.2 miles (6.8 km) within the city limits. Hills form a natural barrier on its northern and western sides. At an altitude of 1,198 feet, Rattlesnake Mountain is the highest point in Santee. Rattlesnake Mountain is home to the Sky Ranch community and is topped with a large illuminated star during the holiday season.

The region was the homeland of the Kumeyaay people. These original residents established the village of Sinyeweche on the banks of the San Diego River in the present-day Santee area.

In 1877 George A. Cowles, a pioneer rancher and businessperson, purchased 4,000 acres to develop his vineyards. The area became known as Cowlestown and was linked to the Cuyamaca Railroad. 

The town was later renamed to Santee in 1893 after Milton Santee, the second husband of Jennie Blodgett, whose first husband was George A. Cowles.

Santee focuses on health and wellness. The Santee Family Medicine focuses on prioritizing patients' needs, ensuring they receive top-tier, empathetic, readily available, and cost-effective medical and mental health support, accessible to all individuals. Enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, fishing, boating, and picnicking at the Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve. The preserve also offers fitness classes and wellness programs. Attend the Santee Active Lifestyle Expo, an annual event featuring health screenings, fitness demonstrations, nutrition workshops, vendor booths, and family-friendly activities aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Shape 360 Fitness Studio, Chuze Fitness, and HotWorx.

The top sites in Santee CA are Mast Park, Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve, and Town Center Community Park. 

Population: 59,051 (2022). ZIP codes: 92071-92072. Elevation: 351 ft. Area code: 619. Area: 16.72 sq mi (43.30 km2).

FAQs

Is Santee, CA a good place to live?

Santee is a suburb of San Diego with a population of 59,497. Santee is in San Diego County. Living in Santee offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Santee, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Santee and residents tend to have moderate political views.

Is Santee, CA expensive to live in?

Santee's housing expenses are 64% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 13% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 32% higher than the national average. Santee has grocery prices that are 12% higher than the national average.

What is the crime rate in Santee, CA?

Santee has an overall crime rate of 12 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Santee is 1 in 81. Santee's crime rate is lower than approximately 70% of California communities.
 

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San Diego County

Santee Family Medicine

Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

Santee Active Lifestyle Expo

Shape 360 Fitness Studio

Chuze Fitness 

HotWorx

Mast Park

Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

Town Center Community Park

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