San Marcos

One of the largest school districts in San Diego County, San Marcos Unified School District serves more than 20,000 students.

Welcome to San Marcos

 
San Marcos is a city in the North County region of San Diego County. It is bordered by Escondido to the east, Encinitas to the southwest, Carlsbad to the west and Vista to the northwest.

One of the largest school districts in San Diego County, San Marcos Unified School District serves more than 20,000 students across San Marcos and in sections of Vista, Escondido and Carlsbad. The city is also home to Palomar College, University of St. Augustine and California State University San Marcos.

San Marcos is known for having some of the best restaurants in North County; Old California Restaurant Row features a large concentration of restaurants offering a variety of cuisines.

The community also boasts an abundance of open space and recreational parks, making it a popular destination for those looking to explore. Double Peak Park is frequented often, boasting panoramic views of northern San Diego County from the highest coastal peak in the county.  On a clear day, one can see the San Bernardino Mountains over Greater Los Angeles to the north, and the skyscrapers of downtown San Diego to the south.

Overview for San Marcos, CA

94,313 people live in San Marcos, where the median age is 35.6 and the average individual income is $39,122. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

94,313

Total Population

35.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$39,122

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for San Marcos, CA

San Marcos has 30,304 households, with an average household size of 3.08. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Marcos do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 94,313 people call San Marcos home. The population density is 3,839.38 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

94,313

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.6

Median Age

49.91 / 50.09%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

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  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
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30,304

Total Households

3.08

Average Household Size

$39,122

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in San Marcos, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby San Marcos. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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