Fallbrook, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 31,128
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Geography

Fallbrook's green, rolling hills are located north of San Diego.

Cultural Attractions

To encourage art appreciation in everyday life, Fallbrook's Art in Public Places program has placed seven colorful murals and 16 bronzes throughout town.

Recreation

Just south of town, Los Jilgueros Preserve is popular for walking and bird-watching.

Economy

The "Avocado Capital of the Universe" focuses on agriculture, which includes citrus crops and a booming bloom business.

Fun Fact

Fallbrook hosts an annual Avocado Festival, featuring the Avocado 500, a model "car" race using avocados as vehicles--holy guacamole!

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
31,128
Population under 55:
74.8%
Population over 55:
25.2%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
San Diego

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
87°F July High, 35°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$47,239
Median home price:
$278,000
Average property tax:
N/A

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
10.1%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
8
Middle schools:
4
High schools:
3

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
1
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
23

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
11/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
60/4

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
113

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