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Welcome to Carlsbad

A healthy coastal city with beautiful beaches and fantastic outdoors
 
 
Carlsbad is a casual beach-town community, ideally located between the laid-back vibe of downtown San Diego and the glitz of Orange County. It is one of the best coastal neighborhoods to live in California, comprising over seven miles of beautiful beaches, scenic bike trails, top shopping, and dining venues, protected nature reserves, world-class golf courses, and excellent schools. With ample open space and a nearly perfect climate, Carlsbad offers one of the finest living areas in Southern California.
    
Residents in Carlsbad live in unique homes across different neighborhoods. Old Carlsbad is the most popular due to its beachy ambiance of eclectic shopping and laid-back cafes and bars. When looking for a home in Carlsbad, you have plenty of options, from stylish oceanfront properties to carefully new suburban developments.
 

What to Love

  • The vibrant downtown Carlsbad Village
  • Excellent food
  • Beautiful beaches
  • Attractive parks and golfing areas
  • Healthy lifestyle
  • Walkability

Local Lifestyle

Carlsbad offers residents a suburban feel with an upscale coastal and inland community. Being a walkable neighborhood, most people in Carlsbad spend their day at the beach before strolling along beautiful tree-lined streets with numerous boutique shops and restaurants. In addition, the community features a multitude of modern business and theme parks as well as ample open space and outdoor activities.
 

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

From newly dubbed Michelin-star restaurants to the luxurious Omni Resort, you have a range of places to enjoy your favorite meal in Carlsbad. Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar is one of the best places to dine and enjoy various Japanese fares. This splashy eatery specializes in rolls and grilled skewers with sake and creative cocktails and has some of the finest and freshest sushi and sashimi.

Visit Campfire, a buzzy indoor and outdoor restaurant, if you crave wood-fired American fare and cocktails with camping decor. The Coyote Bar & Grill is also a perfect spot to enjoy mouthwatering cuisines and cold, tasty drinks with an outdoor patio, full cocktail service, and live bands. Another top restaurant is Beach Plum Kitchen, a low-key breakfast and lunch spot with excellent eggs, sandwiches, and other American fares.

Carlsbad provides a unique shopping experience with several retail shops and high-quality items. The Shoppes at Carlsbad offers a unique blend of coastal hospitality and world-class shopping in Carlsbad. It is among the community's leading and premier shopping centers, comprising national and regional retailers as well as unique dining areas. West Bluff Plaza Shopping Center can also be a great shopping destination in Carlsbad.
 

Things to Do

Carlsbad offers extraordinary things to do, from exploring the expansive coastline with beautiful beaches to enjoy numerous attractions. South Carlsbad State Beach Campground is among the best alluring sites in the community, where you can enjoy multiple water recreations like swimming, bodyboarding, fishing, beachcombing, and surfing. When looking to explore a unique flower garden in Carlsbad, visit The Flower Fields along Paseo Del Norte.

For fun-filled, colorful, and inspirational outdoor adventures, head to Legoland, a celebrated California resort with over 60 rides, attractions, and shows. Another superb location with popular attractions, world-class restaurants, endless shopping, and major sports teams to explore is Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. Or, check out Aviara Golf Club and test your swing on Carlsbad's only golf course.

Carlsbad is also home to various events and festivals that unite residents and draw visitors across the country. The annual Carlsbad Marathon is the community's most scenic and significant winter race event. Participants run for several miles while enjoying breathtaking ocean views with dazzling course support and entertainment.
 

Schools

Carlsbad schools are among the top-ranked in the San Diego Metro Area.

  • Valley Middle School, grades 6-8
  • Carrillo Elementary School, grades K-5
  • Carlsbad High School, grades 9-12
  • Army and Navy Academy
 

Overview for Carlsbad, CA

114,858 people live in Carlsbad, where the median age is 42.5 and the average individual income is $61,943. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

114,858

Total Population

42.5 years

Median Age

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

$61,943

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Carlsbad, CA

Carlsbad has 44,350 households, with an average household size of 2.58. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Carlsbad do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 114,858 people call Carlsbad home. The population density is 3,040.73 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

114,858

Total Population

High

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

42.5

Median Age

49.59 / 50.41%

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44,350

Total Households

2.58

Average Household Size

$61,943

Average individual Income

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Schools in Carlsbad, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Carlsbad. 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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