Escondido, California

Escondido: The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. It is located in the North County region of California. Escondido is known for its many golf courses, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the San Pasqual Valley State Park and the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.

About

Escondido is a city located in the county of San Diego in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 143,911. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 149,943 inhabitants.

The city was created 136 years ago in 1887.

Escondido is a city located in northern San Diego County, just 35 miles northeast of downtown San Diego. With a population of over 150,000, it is the sixth largest city in San Diego County. Escondido sits inland from the Pacific Ocean.

History

The Escondido area was originally inhabited by the Luiseño Native American tribe. Europeans settled the area in the early 1800s when it was part of Mexico. American settlers later established the town of Escondido in 1888 shortly after the railroad arrived.

Escondido incorporated as a city in 1888 and grew as an agricultural community known for producing grapes and citrus fruits.

Economy and Tourism

While agriculture is still important, Escondido's economy has diversified over the decades. Major employers include Palo Alto Medical Foundation and California Center for the Arts.

Popular tourist attractions include the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and the Stone Brewing Company, which has a brewery and restaurant in Escondido. The city's historic downtown along Grand Avenue offers shops, galleries, and cafes.

Geography and Climate

Escondido is known for having scenic rolling hills dotted with massive boulders. It has a warm Mediterranean climate ideal for the citrus groves. The city provides easy access to outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and golfing.

In summary, Escondido is an historic city with a laidback vibe, growing economy and access to nature opportunities in northern San Diego County.

Escondido locator map
Location of Escondido on California map.

Quick Facts about Escondido

Population : 149,943 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : California (United States)
County : San Diego County
Postal code : 92025–92027, 92029
Phone Area Codes : 760
Water as percent of area : 0.48%
Land as percent of area : 99.52%
Altitude : 646 feet / 197 meters
Establishment : January 01, 1888 (136 years ago)
Time Zone : Pacific Time Zone
Local time : 23:12:12 (28th March 2024)
Population growth : 4.02% (2010-2020)
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Geography

Escondido is located at 33°7'9"N 117°5'11"W (33.1192100, -117.0864200).

Escondido map

Demographics

The population of Escondido increased by 4.02% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 143,911 - census
2011 146,099 1.5% estimation process
2012 147,570 1% estimation process
2013 148,794 0.82% estimation process
2014 149,708 0.61% estimation process
2015 150,683 0.65% estimation process
2016 151,204 0.34% estimation process
2017 151,220 0.01% estimation process
2018 151,793 0.38% estimation process
2019 151,625 -0.11% estimation process
2020 149,943 -1.12% estimation process

Escondido zip code is 92025. County name: San Diego, County fips: 06073

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Where to Stay in Escondido

1 Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Rating: 3.2 (1253)

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2 Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Rating: 4.1 (740)

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3 Best Western Escondido Hotel

Rating: 4.3 (728)

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4 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downtown

Rating: 3.9 (444)

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5 Motel Mediteran Escondido

Rating: 4 (429)

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Other Places in Escondido

1 Escondido City Hall

Rating: 4 (25)

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2 Escondido Public Works Department

Rating: 4.2 (5)

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3 Escondido Building Department

Rating: 5 (3)

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4 Escondido Code Enforcement

Rating: 2.3 (3)

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5 DHHS Indian Health Services

Rating: 1 (2)

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6 Escondido ADA Coordinator

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7 City of Escondido: Community Services Department

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8 Escondido Engineering Department

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10 Escondido Business Licenses

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People born in Escondido (54)

People born in Escondido, including music critic and journalist Lester Bangs, Saudi Arabian distance runner Sarah Attar, artist Andrea Zittel, .

List

  • Brian Simnjanovski (Player of American football (1981-2009)) he was born in 29/05/1981
  • Jovan Kirovski (American soccer player) he was born in 18/03/1976
  • George Horine (athletics competitor) he was born in 03/02/1890
  • Jon Paul Steuer (American actor (1984-2018)) he was born in 27/03/1984
  • Robert Crowe (American singer) he was born in 01/01/2000
  • Chris Nelson (American baseball player) he was born in 03/09/1985
  • Donny Lucy (American baseball player) he was born in 08/08/1982
  • Jason Crew (American movie actor) he was born in 27/02/1982
  • Bryan Wagner (American football player) he was born in 28/03/1962
  • Chris Edwards (American vert skater) he was born in 22/12/1973
  • Denise White (Chief executive officer of EAG Sports Management, Miss Oregon USA 1994, Congeniality Award at Miss USA 1994) she was born in 25/04/1972
  • Gavvy Cravath (American baseball player) he was born in 23/03/1881
  • Howard Boyd Turrentine (United States federal judge) he was born in 22/01/1914
  • Joe Coscarart (American baseball player) he was born in 18/11/1909
  • Joey Martinez (soccer player) he was born in 28/12/1975
  • John Mallinger (professional golfer) he was born in 25/09/1979
  • Kevin Craft (former college football quarterback) he was born in 15/10/1985
  • Mark Ripperger (American baseball umpire) he was born in 06/08/1980

Schools in Escondido

College & universities near Escondido, CA

Code Name City ZIP
462354 John Paul the Great Catholic University Escondido (CA) 92025
454795 Healing Hands School of Holistic Health Escondido (CA) 92025
468848 United Education Institute-UEI College San Marcos San Marcos (CA) 92069-3587
125718 Westminster Theological Seminary in California Escondido (CA) 92027
478634 California College San Diego San Marcos (CA) 92069-2971

Stations (29)

Amtrak & bus stations near Escondido, CA

Code Name Address Type
ENC Encinitas, CA 25 East D Street RAIL
SOL Solana Beach 105 North Cedros Avenue RAIL
POI Carlsbad Poinsettia, CA 6511 Avenida Encinas RAIL
CBV Carlsbad Village station 2775 State Street RAIL
SRB Sorrento Valley station 11170 Sorrento Valley Road RAIL

Post offices near Escondido

Post Office Name City ZIP
Escondido Postal Stor Post Office Escondido (CA) 92025
Escondid Post Office Escondido (CA) 92025
Orange Glen Post Office Escondido (CA) 92027
San Mar Post Office San Marcos (CA) 92069
Rancho Bernard Post Office San Diego (CA) 92128

Other cities in San Diego County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in San Diego County , CA. (more)

City Name Population Title
San Diego 1,422,420 The eighth most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Diego metropolitan area.
Chula Vista 272,979 The second most populous city in San Diego County, California.
Oceanside 174,648 The second most populous city in San Diego County, California.
Carlsbad 115,599 The most populous city in San Diego County, California.
El Cajon 102,401 The second most populous city in San Diego County, California.
Vista 100,636 The most populous city in San Diego County, California.
San Marcos 97,477 The second most populous city in San Diego County, California.
Encinitas 62,671 The most populous city in San Diego County, California.
National City 61,394 The most populous city in San Diego County, California.
La Mesa 59,724 The most populous city in San Diego County, California.
Santee 57,770 A city in San Diego County, California.
Poway 49,246 A city in San Diego County, California.
La Presa 34,169 Census designated place
Fallbrook 30,534 Unincorporated community in San Diego County, California, United States
Spring Valley 28,205 Town in San Diego County, California, United States
Imperial Beach 27,325 City in California, USA

Distance to Other Cities

Escondido distances to largest California cities