Escondido, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 132,756 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
The city is located in a valley of the Southern Californian coastal mountains, northeast of San Diego.
Cultural Attractions
Escondido is home to Queen Califia's Magical Circle, a sculpture garden created by Niki de Saint Phalle featuring nine large-scale sculptures.
Recreation
Within the city limits are eight parks and two lakes.
Historical
The city used to be part of an area called Rancho Rincon del Diablo, which means "The Devil's Corner" in Spanish.
Economy
Escondido's economy is driven by the presence of small businesses.
| Population [details] | 132,756 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 73.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 863 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 25.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 54.37 °F/30.61 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 92.97 °F/54.76 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 24.66 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 87 |
| Cost of living [details] | 136.7 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Diego (19.52 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MCCLELLAN-PALOMAR (12.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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