The ocean, the mountains, great weather with lots of sunshine, and all kinds of fun activities make San Diego County a great place to live, work, raise a family or retire. Beaches, parks, cultural attractions, hiking trails, botanical gardens and great restaurants are some of the pleasures awaiting you. It’s the home of the San Diego Padres, and from the city it’s just a short jaunt to the desert to see the wildflowers or to the mountains to snow ski.
Other attractions include the world-renowned San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, which draw millions of visitors each year. The parks feature not only animals, but also many unique plants, some of them endangered. There are nearly two million plants between the two parks.
Old Town is the oldest neighborhood in San Diego. In addition to appreciating its history, you can fill up on delicious Mexican food and visit quaint shops.
Balboa Park is a National Historic Landmark featuring beautiful gardens, museums, shops and restaurants.
For baseball fans, Petco Park, located downtown, is home to the San Diego Padres. The park has astonishing views of San Diego Bay and the skyline. If you like to play baseball or have children playing in Little League or high school leagues, practice and playing can take place year-round. No snow days here.
San Diego is viewed as one of the safest cities in the state, and quality healthcare is easily accessible wherever you live in the county. The same is true of public transportation, with buses, trolleys and trains running throughout the county.
San Diego County’s population is 3,351,737, and the city of San Diego alone has over 1.4 million residents and is the second-largest in California. It has numerous educational and historic facilities. You’ll find a variety of districts and towns, each with its own flavor and personality; one is sure to fit yours.
Here are 10 of the best places to live in San Diego County, CA:
