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Temecula, CA

Temecula, CA

Temecula is a city in southwestern Riverside County, California, United States. The city had a population of 110,003 as of the 2020 census and was incorporated on December 1, 1989. The city is a tourist and resort destination, with the Temecula Valley Wine Country, Old Town Temecula, the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival, the Temecula Valley International Film Festival, championship golf courses, and resort accommodations contributing to the city's economic profile.

The city of Temecula, forming the southwestern anchor of the Inland Empire region, is approximately 58 miles (93 km) north of downtown San Diego and 85 miles (137 km) southeast of downtown Los Angeles. Temecula is part of the Greater Los Angeles area. Temecula is bordered by the city of Murrieta to the north and the Pechanga Indian Reservation and San Diego County to the south. Temecula is also the principal city of the Temecula–Murrieta–Menifee, CA urban area, which had a population of 528,991 as of the 2020 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.19 square miles (96.3 km2), of which 37.18 square miles (96.3 km2) of it is land and 0.012 square miles (0.031 km2) of it (0.03%) is water. South of the city, Murrieta Creek and Temecula Creek join to form the Santa Margarita River.

The area was inhabited by the Temecula Indians for hundreds of years before their contact with the Spanish missionaries (the people are now generally known as the Luiseños, after the nearby Mission San Luis Rey de Francia). Seven bands of Luiseño Indians inhabited the Temecula valley pre-contact: the Pechanga, La Jolla, Soboba, Pala, Rincon, Pauma, and San Luis Rey bands (presently, all of the bands except the San Luis Rey are federally recognized tribes). The Pechanga Band of Luiseño believe their ancestors have lived in the Temecula area for more than 10,000 years, though ethnologists think they arrived at a more recent date. In Pechanga history, life on Earth began in the Temecula Valley. They call it "'Éxva Temeéku", the place of the union of Sky-father, and Earth-mother ("Tuukumit'pi Tamaayowit"). The Temecula Indians ("Temeekuyam") lived at "Temeekunga", or "the place of the sun". Other popular interpretations of the name include "The sun that shines through the mist" or "Where the sun breaks through the mist".

Health and wellness are paramount in Temecula, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Temecula Healthcare Center stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Temecula Parks and Recreation Department offers. 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 Fitness 19 Gym, United Medical Fitness and EōS Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Temecula, such as the Vail Lake Loop and Wild Horse Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Temecula, CA are the Old Town Temecula, Pechanga Resort Casino, Pennypickle's Workshop, and Promenade Temecula. 

Population: 111,413 (2023). ZIP codes: 92589–92593. Area code: 951. Elevation: 1,017 ft (310 m). Area: 37.19 sq mi (96.32 km2).

FAQs

Why is Temecula, CA popular?

Temecula is well known for its championship golf courses, a climate perfect for serene and beautiful hot-air ballooning adventures, and award-winning wineries nestled in 3,000 acres of picturesque wine country, but that's just the beginning. The community's mix of entertaining activities and friendly residents makes visitors want to return again and again. Great weather and fresh air will encourage you to take the family for a hike on the Santa Rosa Plateau Wildlife Preserve, or delight in a day of boating and fishing at Lake Skinner, the site of the annual Balloon and Wine Festival, or nearby Diamond Valley Lake.

Is Temecula, CA expensive?

Temecula is 33% more expensive than the national average and 2% less expensive to live in than the average city in California. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2 Bedroom Apt. Food costs in Temecula are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportations costs in Temecula are less affordable than average in the United States. 

What's the crime rate in Temecula, CA?

The crime rate in Temecula is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 25 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 Temecula is 1 in 39. Based on FBI crime data, Temecula is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Temecula has a crime rate that is higher than 73% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Temecula

Temecula Healthcare Center

Temecula Parks and Recreation Department

Fitness 19 Gym

United Medical Fitness 

EōS Fitness

Vail Lake Loop 

Wild Horse Trail

Old Town Temecula

Pechanga Resort Casino

Pennypickle's Workshop

Promenade Temecula

About Temecula

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