Lemon Grove, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 25,603
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Climate

The city has a warm Mediterranean climate, complete with ocean breezes.

Cultural Attractions

Lemon Grove has one of the world's largest lemons, 10 feet wide and 6 feet in diameter.

Recreation

Sweetwater Regional Park, in the San Diego area, allows hikers to see the Pacific to the west and Tijuana to the south from its highest point, Summit Site.

Historical

The city got its name in the early 1900s, when citrus groves were planted and lemon and orange growing became the leading industry.

Economy

Lemon Grove has an agriculture-based economy, supplemented by small industries, such as motor vehicle parts manufacturing.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
25,603
Population under 55:
76.5%
Population over 55:
23.5%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
San Diego

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
87°F July High, 25°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$41,732
Median home price:
$232,694
Average property tax:
$55

Income & Jobs

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

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
7
Middle schools:
4
High schools:
1

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
12
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
12

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
24/3
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
27/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
168

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