San Marcos

A City Located in North San Diego County.

San Marcos is a city located in North San Diego County. Outside the San Diego region, it is best known as the home of California State University, San Marcos.

San Marcos is also known for having some of the best restaurants in North County. Old California Restaurant Row features a large concentration of restaurants offering a variety of cuisines.

San Marcos also features several golf courses, notably Lake San Marcos, which itself is a recreational venue. Recently, the growth of Cal State San Marcos has led to great opportunities for youth which are helping to increase opportunities in this city’s robust economy.

San Marcos is home to a large population of retired persons and older adults. There are a variety of businesses offering services to this population.

  • Population in July 2008: 79,114.
  • Median resident age: 32.1 years
  • California media age: 33.3 years
  • Zip codes: 92069, 92078
  • Estimated median household income in 2008: $60,137 (data provided by city-data.com)

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