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San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metro Area

CA · 46 cities · 2,542,675 population

2,542,675 Total Population
46 Cities & Towns
$105,103 Avg Income
$726,000 Avg Home Value
$2,111 Avg Rent
33.1% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metro

San Diego, CA

Pop 1,385,061
Income $104,321
Home $848,500

Chula Vista, CA

Pop 275,030
Income $105,173
Home $697,400

El Cajon, CA

Pop 104,909
Income $66,478
Home $632,800

Hemet, CA

Pop 90,646
Income $53,623
Home $314,200

La Mesa, CA

Pop 60,835
Income $84,337
Home $738,800

Santee, CA

Pop 59,485
Income $105,613
Home $653,400

National City, CA

Pop 55,960
Income $64,248
Home $580,900

San Jacinto, CA

Pop 54,756
Income $78,281
Home $391,600

Poway, CA

Pop 48,515
Income $143,825
Home $971,500

La Presa, CA

Pop 36,669
Income $88,479
Home $595,400

Spring Valley CDP (San Diego County), CA

Pop 32,215
Income $104,808
Home $645,300

Lemon Grove, CA

Pop 27,489
Income $79,278
Home $640,600

The San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metropolitan area is the 26th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 2,542,675 spread across 46 cities and towns in CA. Anchored by San Diego, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area earn an average household income of $105,103, while the average home value sits at $726,000. Renters in the area pay an average of $2,111 per month, making the cost of living relatively high compared to the national average. About 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's well-educated workforce.

The San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro reports an average violent crime rate of 313.1 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 2,288.1 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 62.8°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 8.8%, indicating strong economic conditions.

With 46 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area offers a wide variety of living options. From bustling city neighborhoods to quiet suburban communities, the metro provides options for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature62.8°F
Avg January Temp53.2°F
Avg July Temp74.0°F
Avg Annual Precipitation15.2"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate313.1 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate2288.1 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate4.7%
Avg Poverty Rate8.8%
Avg Median Age41.3

All 46 Cities in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metro Area

1 San Diego CA 1,385,061
2 Chula Vista CA 275,030
3 El Cajon CA 104,909
4 Hemet CA 90,646
5 La Mesa CA 60,835
6 Santee CA 59,485
7 National City CA 55,960
8 San Jacinto CA 54,756
9 Poway CA 48,515
10 La Presa CA 36,669
11 Spring Valley CDP (San Diego County) CA 32,215
12 Lemon Grove CA 27,489
13 Imperial Beach CA 25,897
14 Ramona CA 22,829
15 Rancho San Diego CA 22,264
16 Winter Gardens CA 22,003
17 Lakeside CDP (San Diego County) CA 21,788
18 East Hemet CA 20,292
19 Casa de Oro-Mount Helix CA 19,651
20 Valle Vista CA 19,263
21 Coronado CA 18,558
22 Bostonia CA 16,545
23 Alpine CA 15,470
24 Bonita CA 13,336
25 Solana Beach CA 12,841
26 San Diego Country Estates CA 10,142
27 Jamul CA 6,617
28 Eucalyptus Hills CA 5,976
29 Harbison Canyon CA 4,245
30 Del Mar CA 3,921
31 Granite Hills CA 3,867
32 Sage CA 3,474
33 Crest CA 3,034
34 Fairbanks Ranch CA 2,794
35 Borrego Springs CA 2,781
36 Campo CA 2,739
37 Anza CA 1,842
38 Descanso CA 1,670
39 Pine Valley CA 1,646
40 Julian CA 1,491
41 Lake Riverside CA 1,445
42 Jacumba CA 880
43 Aguanga CA 756
44 Boulevard CA 502
45 Potrero CA 423
46 Mount Laguna CA 123