Temecula, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 115,492
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price Average
Median Income Average

Geography

Located in Riverside County, this city is southeast of Los Angeles and northwest of San Diego.

Cultural Attractions

Historic Old Town houses art galleries, saloons, and antique shops.

Recreation

Horseback riding, swimming--in its half-acre lagoon--picnic areas, and fishing are available at the Skinner Lake Recreation Area.

Historical

The longest military march in American history, the Mormon March, passed through this city on the way to San Diego.

Economy

Manufacturers, such as Guidant Corp. and Hudson RCI, are major employers in Temecula.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
115,492
Population under 55:
84.9%
Population over 55:
15.1%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Riverside

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
85°F July High, 32°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$62,137
Median home price:
$255,850
Average property tax:
N/A

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
14.2%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
22
Middle schools:
13
High schools:
7

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
1
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
18

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
10/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
59/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
68

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