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Encyclopedia > Encinitas, California
City of Encinitas, California
Location of Encinitas within San Diego County, California.
Location of Encinitas within San Diego County, California.
Coordinates: 33°2′40″N 117°16′18″W / 33.04444, -117.27167
Country United States
State California
County San Diego
Government
 - Mayor Jim Bond
Area
 - Total 20.1 sq mi (52.1 km²)
 - Land 19.1 sq mi (49.5 km²)
 - Water 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Elevation 82 ft (25 m)
Population (2006)
 - Total approx. 62,000
 - Density 3,035.7/sq mi (1,172.1/km²)
Time zone PST (UTC-8)
 - Summer (DST) PDT (UTC-7)
ZIP codes 92023-92024
Area code(s) 760
FIPS code 06-22678
GNIS feature ID 1652705
Website: http://www.ci.encinitas.ca.us/

Encinitas is a coastal city in northern San Diego County, California, United States. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 58,014. It is located about 40 km (25 mi) north of San Diego, and about 150 km (95 mi) south of Los Angeles. San Diego County is a county located on the Pacific Ocean in the far southwest of the U.S. state of California, United States along its border with Mexico. ... This list of countries, arranged alphabetically, gives an overview of countries of the world. ... Federal courts Supreme Court Circuit Courts of Appeal District Courts Elections Presidential elections Midterm elections Political Parties Democratic Republican Third parties State & Local government Governors Legislatures (List) State Courts Local Government Other countries Atlas  US Government Portal      The political units and divisions of the United States include: The 50 states... This article is about the U.S. state. ... The U.S. state of California is divided into 58 counties. ... San Diego County is a county located on the Pacific Ocean in the far southwest of the U.S. state of California, United States along its border with Mexico. ... A mayor (from the Latin māior, meaning larger, greater) is the modern title of the highest ranking municipal officer. ... Jim L. Bond (born 1936) is a minister and emeritus general superintendent in the Church of the Nazarene. ... This article is about the physical quantity. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ... To help compare different orders of magnitude and geographical regions, we list here areas between 100 km² and 1000 km². See also areas of other orders of magnitude. ... Elevation histogram of the surface of the Earth – approximately 71% of the Earths surface is covered with water. ... A foot (plural: feet or foot;[1] symbol or abbreviation: ft or, sometimes, ′ – a prime) is a unit of length, in a number of different systems, including English units, Imperial units, and United States customary units. ... This article is about the unit of length. ... Population density per square kilometre by country, 2006 Population density map of the world in 1994. ... Timezone and TimeZone redirect here. ...  PST or UTC-8 The Pacific Time Zone observes standard time by subtracting eight hours from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-8). ... −12 | −11 | −10 | −9:30 | −9 | −8 | −7 | −6 | −5 | −4 | −3:30 | −3 | −2:30 | −2 | −1 | −0:25 | UTC (0) | +0:20 | +0:30 | +1 | +2 | +3 | +3:30 | +4 | +4:30 | +4:51 | +5 | +5:30 | +5:40 | +5:45 | +6 | +6:30 | +7 | +7:20 | +7... Although DST is common in Europe and North America, most of the worlds people do not use it. ... −12 | −11 | −10 | −9:30 | −9 | −8 | −7 | −6 | −5 | −4 | −3:30 | −3 | −2:30 | −2 | −1 | −0:25 | UTC (0) | +0:20 | +0:30 | +1 | +2 | +3 | +3:30 | +4 | +4:30 | +4:51 | +5 | +5:30 | +5:40 | +5:45 | +6 | +6:30 | +7 | +7:20 | +7... Mr. ... A telephone numbering plan is a plan for allocating telephone number ranges to countries, regions, areas and exchanges and to non-fixed telephone networks such as mobile phone networks. ... North American area code 760 is a California telephone area code which encompasses much of the eastern portion of the state, as well as a great deal of Southern California. ... Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) are publicly announced standards developed by the U.S. Federal government for use by all (non-military) government agencies and by government contractors. ... GNIS (The Geographic Names Information System) contains name and locative information about almost two million physical and cultural features located throughout the United States of America and its Territories. ... North San Diego County (locally referred to as North County) refers to the northern portion of San Diego County, a suburban and rural area far from the urban center of San Diego. ... San Diego County is a county located on the Pacific Ocean in the far southwest of the U.S. state of California, United States along its border with Mexico. ... Flag Seal Nickname: Americas Finest City Location Location of San Diego within San Diego County Coordinates , Government County San Diego Mayor City Attorney         City Council District One District Two District Three District Four District Five District Six District Seven District Eight Jerry Sanders (R) Michael Aguirre Scott Peters Kevin... Los Angeles and L.A. redirect here. ...


The city was incorporated in 1986 from the communities of historic Encinitas, new Encinitas (Village Park, etc.), Leucadia, Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Olivenhain. These communities retain their identities, and their distinctive flavors.


The largest single industry is the growing of ornamental flowers, particularly poinsettias.


The City is governed by a five-member City Council, elected at-large to staggered four-year terms at two-year intervals.

Contents

Districts

Encinitas can be divided into five areas:

  • Old Encinitas, a small beachside area featuring a mix of businesses and housing styles.
  • New Encinitas a newer region which features a golf course, larger tract homes and a shopping center.
  • Olivenhain, a semi-rural region in eastern Encinitas mostly comprised of single family homes and has an active 4-H Club.
  • Leucadia, which has an older tree lined area featuring art galleries, unique stores and restaurants along with single family homes.
  • Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Encinitas' southernmost oceanfront community, which features single family homes and a community college.

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Geography

Aerial view of Moonlight Beach

Encinitas is located at 33°2′40″N, 117°16′18″W (33.044442, -117.271694).[1] Image File history File links MoonlightBeach_EncinitasCA.jpg‎ Summary Author: Travis Hornung URL:[1] Photographer suggested that photo be used: [2] Licensing This image is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License v. ... Image File history File links MoonlightBeach_EncinitasCA.jpg‎ Summary Author: Travis Hornung URL:[1] Photographer suggested that photo be used: [2] Licensing This image is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License v. ...


According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 52.1 km² (20.1 mi²). 49.5 km² (19.1 mi²) of it is land and 2.6 km² (1.0 mi²) of it (5.07%) is water. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...


The city's elevation ranges between sea level and 180 meters above sea level.


²The maximum elevation was extracted from a 1:24000 scale USGS topographic map, based upon coordinates supplied by the County of San Diego. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is a scientific agency of the United States government. ...


Demographics

As of the census[2] of 2000, there were 58,014 people, 22,830 households, and 14,291 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,172.1/km² (3,035.6/mi²). There were 23,843 housing units at an average density of 481.7/km² (1,247.6/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 86.60% White, 0.59% Black or African American, 0.46% Native American, 3.10% Asian, 0.12% Pacific Islander, 6.28% from other races, and 2.85% from two or more races. 14.80% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Image:1870 census Lindauer Weber 01. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... Hispanic Americans (Spanish: Hispano Americano) are Americans of Hispanic ethnicity who largely identify with the Hispanic cultural heritage. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ...


There were 22,830 households out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.1% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.06. Matrimony redirects here. ...


In the city the population was spread out with 23.1% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 33.4% from 25 to 44, 25.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.3 males.


The median income for a household in the city was $63,954, and the median income for a family was $78,104. Males had a median income of $51,132 versus $38,606 for females. The per capita income for the city was $34,336. About 3.8% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.9% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over. Per capita income means how much each individual receives, in monetary terms, of the yearly income generated in their country. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...


Current estimates

According to estimates by the San Diego Association of Governments, the median household income of Encinitas in 2005 was $86,520 (not adjusted for inflation). When adjusted for inflation (1999 dollars; comparable to Census data above), the median household income was $70,257. The San Diego Association of Governments (abbreviated SANDAG) is an association of local San Diego governments. ... The median household income is commonly used to provide data about geographic areas and divides households into two equal segments with the first half of households earning less than the median household income and the other half earning more. ... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Events of 2008: (EMILY) Me Lesley and MIley are going to China! This article is about the year. ... Image:1870 census Lindauer Weber 01. ...


Politics

In the state legislature Encinitas is located in the 38th Senate District, represented by Republican Mark Wyland, and in the 74th Assembly District, represented by Republican Martin Garrick. Federally, Encinitas is located in California's 50th congressional district, which has a Cook PVI of R +5[3] and is represented by Republican Brian Bilbray. Californias Capitol, where the State Legislature meets California State Assembly chamber California state Senate chamber The California Legislature is the legislative branch of the state government of California. ... California State Senate chamber The California State Senate is the upper house of the California State Legislature. ... GOP redirects here. ... Mark Wyland is a Republican politician from the state of California. ... The California State Assembly chamber California State Assembly Chamber in the State Capitol The California State Assembly is the lower house of the California State Legislature. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... A map of district 50 District 50s location in California The 50th Congressional District in California represents a part of north coastal San Diego County. ... The Cook Partisan Voting Index indicates how much more Democratic or Republican a district performs compared to the nation as a whole. ... Brian Phillip Bilbray (born January 28, 1951) is a U.S. Republican politician, who is a member of the United States House of Representatives, first serving from 1995 to 2001, representing Californias 49th congressional district. ...


Climate

The climate is very mild. Average daily high temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures below 40°F and above 85°F (outside the 5°C to 30°C range) are rare. Average rainfall is about 250 mm (10 in) per year.


Famous current and former residents

Current residents

John Vincent (1764 – 1848) was a British army officer, who fought in the War of 1812. ... Image:Faces Of Skateboarding. ... A skateboarder in the middle of a trick Skateboarding is the act of rolling on or interacting with a skateboard. ... Glen David Brin, Ph. ... Science fiction is a form of speculative fiction principally dealing with the impact of imagined science and technology, or both, upon society and persons as individuals. ... For other uses, see Author (disambiguation). ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... The Los Angeles Lakers are a National Basketball Association (NBA) team based in Los Angeles, California. ... Chad Matthew Butler (born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands on March 24, 1974) has been the drummer for the band Switchfoot since its founding in 1996. ... For the comic book character, see Drummer (comics). ... Switchfoot is a Grammy-nominated alternative rock band from San Diego, California, United States. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... For the UK magazine, see Guitarist (magazine). ... For other uses, see Singer (disambiguation). ... The title given to this article is incorrect due to technical limitations. ... Angels & Airwaves is an alternative rock group fronted by former Blink-182 and Box Car Racer guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge. ... Mary Fleener is an underground comics creator from Los Angeles. ... The term underground comics or comix describes the self-published or small press comic books that sprang up in the US in the late 1960s. ... The definition of an artist is wide-ranging and covers a broad spectrum of activities to do with creating art, practicing the arts and/or demonstrating an art. ... Jon Foreman playing guitar Jonathan Mark Foreman (born October 22, 1976) is the lead singer, guitarist, and co-founder of the alternative rock band Switchfoot, which he co-founded in 1996 with drummer Chad Butler and his brother Tim on bass. ... Switchfoot is a Grammy-nominated alternative rock band from San Diego, California, United States. ... Tim Foreman in concert Timothy David Foreman (born August 15, 1978) is the bassist for the band Switchfoot. ... Switchfoot is a Grammy-nominated alternative rock band from San Diego, California, United States. ... A skateboarder in the middle of a trick Skateboarding is the act of rolling on or interacting with a skateboard. ... АRobert Edward Machado (better known simply as Rob Machado) (b. ... For other uses, see Surfing (disambiguation). ... Mike McGill is best known as the inventor of the McTwist, which originated as a skateboard arial on a vert ramp in 1984. ... A skateboarder in the middle of a trick Skateboarding is the act of rolling on or interacting with a skateboard. ... A skateboarding trick (Inward Heelflip) A skateboarding trick is a maneuver performed on a skateboard while skateboarding. ... Danny Way (born April 15, 1974 in Portland, Oregon) is a professional skateboarder. ... A skateboarder in the middle of a trick Skateboarding is the act of rolling on or interacting with a skateboard. ... Jack Burns McDowell (born January 16, 1966 in Van Nuys, California) is a former Major League Baseball player. ... Marion Ross (born October 25, 1928) is an American actress. ... For other uses, see Happy Days (disambiguation). ... Candice Marie Sanders is a beauty queen from Brownsville, Tennessee who has competed in the Miss USA pageant. ... Shannon LaRhea Marketic, the fifth Miss California USA to win Miss USA (1992) The Miss California USA competition is the pageant that selects the representative for the state California in the Miss USA pageant. ... Pandit Ravi Shankar, Sitar Maestro © www. ... Diagram of some sitar parts. ... Jack Tempchin is an American musician and songwriter, best known for writing The Eagles hit Peaceful Easy Feeling and co-writing their hit Already Gone. ... Jamie Thomas (born October 11, 1974) is a professional skateboarder and skateboard industry magnate from Dothan, Alabama. ... For other persons named Joe Walsh, see Joe Walsh (disambiguation). ... For other persons named John Wesley, see John Wesley (disambiguation). ... Joji Yuasa , born August 12, 1929) is a Japanese composer of contemporary classical music. ... Julia Bond (February 26, 1987[1]) is an American pornographic actress. ... A pornographic actor or a porn star is somebody who appears in pornographic movies, live sex shows or peep shows. ... Destroy the Runner is a Christian Metalcore band from Encinitas, CA. They are currently signed to Solid State Records on which their debut album Saints was released on September 12, 2006 to mixed reviews. ... 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Former residents

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References

  1. ^ US Gazetteer files: 2000 and 1990. United States Census Bureau (2005-05-03). Retrieved on 2008-01-31.
  2. ^ American FactFinder. United States Census Bureau. Retrieved on 2008-01-31.
  3. ^ Will Gerrymandered Districts Stem the Wave of Voter Unrest?. Campaign Legal Center Blog. Retrieved on 2008-02-10.

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School Districts

High Schools

-1... San Dieguito Academy, originally known as San Dieguito Union High School and San Dieguito High School, is a high school in the San Dieguito Union High School District in Encinitas, California established in 1936. ... The Grauer School, founded in 1991, is a grades 6-12 private, college preparatory day school in Encinitas, California. ...

Middle Schools

The Grauer School, founded in 1991, is a grades 6-12 private, college preparatory day school in Encinitas, California. ...

Elementary Schools

Points of interest

The Quail Botanical Gardens (30 acres) are located in Encinitas, California, USA, and include rare bamboo groves (said to be the largest bamboo collection in the United States), desert gardens, a tropical rainforest, California native plants, Mediterranean climate landscapes, and a subtropical fruit garden. ... Gateway to the Self-Realization Fellowship Temple in Hollywood (Los Angeles, California) The Self-Realization Fellowship is a religious organization founded by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1920 and based in Los Angeles, California. ... La Paloma is a theater in Encinitas, California. ... San Dieguito Heritage Museum is a museum in Encinitas, California in the United States. ... Big Winter Solstice Swell at Swamis, Encinitas, CA Swamis is a notable surfing spot located in Encinitas, California. ...

Encinitas Parks

Encinitas Parks Guide with Google Maps

San Elijo Lagoon

Churches

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Synagogues/Temples

Fitness / Recreation

Camp La Jolla [2], the nations largest fitness camp.

External links

Government

Medical / Hospitals

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Schools / School districts

Aerial photos / Maps

Google map of Encinitas

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