Carlsbad, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 94,155 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
The mild climate of Carlsbad mirrors that of nearby San Diego.
Geography
Carlsbad is in San Diego County, northwest of San Diego.
Cultural Attractions
The Museum of Making Music examines the history of music making through its display of ancient instruments and interactive activities.
Recreation
Surfing, scuba diving, swimming, and fishing are available at the Carlsbad State Beach.
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.
| Air quality [details] | 101 |
| Percentage of days where air quality is good [details] | 40.0% |
| Number of doctors associated with the county [details] | 8,552 |
| Hospitals in the location itself / within 15 miles / within 30 miles | 0 / 20 / 68 |
| America's Best Hospitals in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 3 / 3 |
Closest hospitals
Closest nursing homes ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Overall Rating | Medicare/Medicaid Participation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenbrook At La Costa Glen | Carlsbad, CA | 5 out of 5 stars | Medicare |
| Carlsbad By The Sea | Carlsbad, CA | 4 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Emeritus At Carlsbad | Carlsbad, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare |
| Las Villas De Carlsbad Health Center | Carlsbad, CA | 3 out of 5 stars | Medicare |
| Aviara Healthcare Center | Encinitas, CA | 1 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Encinitas Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Encinitas, CA | 1 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| The Dorothy & Joseph Goldberg Healthcare Center | Encinitas, CA | 3 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Life Care Center Of Vista | Vista, CA | 4 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility | Vista, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| La Paloma Healthcare Center | Oceanside, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Village Square Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | San Marcos, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Rancho Vista | Vista, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare |
| Vista Healthcare Center | Vista, CA | 3 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Palomar Continuing Care Center D/P Snf | Escondido, CA | 4 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Las Villas Del Norte Health Center | Escondido, CA | 4 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Emeritus At Carmel Valley | San Diego, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare |
| Escondido Care Center | Escondido, CA | 1 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Life Care Center Of Escondido | Escondido, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Palomar Heights Care Center | Escondido, CA | 1 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Palomar Vista Healthcare Center | Escondido, CA | 3 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Redwood Terrace Health Center | Escondido, CA | 3 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Valle Vista Convalescent Hospital | Escondido, CA | 3 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Casa De Las Campanas | San Diego, CA | 4 out of 5 stars | Medicare |
| Villa Rancho Bernardo Care Center | San Diego, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center | San Diego, CA | 2 out of 5 stars | Medicare and Medicaid |
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