Encinitas

Welcome to Encinitas

Hotels

Inn at Moonlight Beach (4-stars)
Twelve Senses Retreat Bed & Breakfast (5-stars)

Parks and Nature

Encinitas Community Park and Cottonwood Creek Park offer outdoor areas with fields, skate parks, and athletic courts. D Street Viewpoint Park offers amazing beach views, while Moonlight State Beach has fire pits and a place to swim or hang out by the ocean.

Restaurants

Stop by Valentina, a Bistro serving steak, seafood, and modern European dishes. Check out Mission Avenue Bar and Grill and listen to some live music while drinking cocktails and eating American food. The Crack Shack contains chicken and sandwiches, or you can get some Asian fusion at CHIKO.

Shopping

Encinitas Ranch Town Center, Encinitas Village Shopping Center, and Moonlight Plaza Shopping Center offer various luxury stores to choose from. The Forum Carlsbad, which is a slight drive north, contains a number of high-end retail shops and countless places to eat.

Nightlife

With bars, lounges, and taverns on just about every corner, there is no shortage of things to do in Encinitas. Stop by Gelson’s Wine Bar for some tasting or go to The Saloon. Try 1st Street Bar for some history mixed with music and pool, or make a trip to Death by Tequila.

Schools

Cardiff Elementary School (Public, grades K-3)
Ada W. Harris Elementary School (Public, grades 3-6)
Oak Crest Middle School (Public, grades 7-8)
Sunset High School (Public, grades 9-12)
Grauer School (Private, grades 7-12)
Flora Vista School (Public, grades K-6)

Overview for Encinitas, CA

62,140 people live in Encinitas, where the median age is 42.7 and the average individual income is $72,577. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

62,140

Total Population

42.7 years

Median Age

High

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

$72,577

Average individual Income

Around Encinitas, CA

There's plenty to do around Encinitas, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

84

Very Walkable

Walking Score

45

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Hidden Kitchen, Icons Fashion, and Scend Fitness.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the The Hidden Kitchen page on Yelp	Dining	0.81 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Icons Fashion page on Yelp Search 263 S Hwy 101 on Google Maps	Shopping	4.19 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Scend Fitness page on Yelp Search 243 N Hwy 101 on Google Maps	Active	3.83 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coastal E-Bike Tours & Rentals page on Yelp Search 243 N Hwy 101 on Google Maps	Active	3.83 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the North County Aikikai page on Yelp Search 813 Academy Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.02 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gyminny Kids La Costa page on Yelp Search 3239 Camino De Los Coches on Google Maps	Active	2.28 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the PHIT GROUP page on Yelp Search 1590 Mackinnon Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.63 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Milagros Personal Training Center page on Yelp Search 427 S Cedros Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.28 miles	36 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Sk8 Coach page on Yelp Search 6565 Alicante Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.73 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the UpShot Archery page on Yelp	Active	1.02 miles	38 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sommers Beauty Bar page on Yelp Search 780 S Coast Hwy 101 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.88 miles	49 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chakra Beauty Salon page on Yelp Search 1053 South Coast Hwy 101 on Google Maps	Beauty	1.9 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pure Health and Wellness page on Yelp Search 317 N El Camino Real on Google Maps	Beauty	0.41 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Flick Of The Wrist Lash Studio page on Yelp Search 718 N Coast Hwy 101 on Google Maps	Beauty	2.47 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Violet Salon & Boutique page on Yelp Search 520 2nd St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.91 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ashley Barragan Beauty page on Yelp Search 616 Stevens Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.17 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the SkinCare and the City page on Yelp Search 317 N El Camino Real on Google Maps	Beauty	0.4 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Encinitas, CA

Population Households Employment

Encinitas has 23,746 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Encinitas do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 62,140 people call Encinitas home. The population density is 3,261 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

62,140

Total Population

High

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

42.7

Median Age

49.79 / 50.21%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

23,746

Total Households

2.6

Average Household Size

$72,577

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

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Single

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Encinitas, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Encinitas. 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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