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Carlsbad, California

       
Total population 92,928 Average January/July temperatures 49.0° / 73.1°
Median home price $ 637,250 Annual Precipitation 22.85 in. /yr.

Carlsbad, California

This San Diego suburb classifies itself as a mixed-use community of businesses and homes.

Climate
The mild climate of Carlsbad mirrors that of nearby San Diego.
Cultural Attractions
The Museum of Making Music examines the history of music making through its display of ancient instruments and interactive activities.
Geography
Carlsbad is in San Diego County, northwest of San Diego.
Historical
The area now known as Carlsbad was named Rancho Agua Hedodina, or "stinking water," by the Spanish explorers because of the odor in the area.
Recreation
Surfing, scuba diving, swimming, and fishing are available at the Carlsbad State Beach.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 63.29 ° / 34.66 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 91.49 ° / 54.73 °
Precipitation (?) 22.85 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 44 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 18
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 101
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 637,250
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $69474.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $65116
Maximum state income tax (?) 9.3 %
State sales tax (?) 7.75 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .460 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 67
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 114
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 15
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 105
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 2
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 52
Number of libraries within the county (?) 117
Number of museums within the county (?) 90
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 18
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 92,928
Population density (?) 2,370 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 56.6% growth
Population over 55 (?) 21,602 people
Education (?) 40 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 112
Number of clinics within the county (?) 407
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 57
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