Carmel Valley

Carmel Valley

Upscale community, top schools.

Welcome to Carmel Valley

Originally called North City West by marketing-challenged city planners, the master-planned community of Carmel Valley located in the northernmost part of the City of San Diego is one of the most sought-after upscale communities in San Diego County. Carmel Valley enjoys an ideal location, just two miles from the Pacific Ocean and immediately east of Del Mar across I-5. Recent improvements to the freeway provide an easy commute to Downtown San Diego.
 
As important to the residents as its location is the quality of the local schools. Carmel Valley is served by the Del Mar Union School District, the Solana Beach School District, and the highly-rated San Dieguito Union High School District, with top-rated Torrey Pines High School and the new Canyon Crest Academy. Nearby private schools include the Hebrew Academy, Santa Fe Christian, Cathedral Catholic High School, Notre Dame Academy, Horizon Prep, Nativity Catholic, and The Diegueno School.
 
Carmel Valley real estate runs the gamut from entry-level condos to executive homes; horse property to mansions.

Overview for Carmel Valley, CA

48,576 people live in Carmel Valley, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $79,634. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

48,576

Total Population

41 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$79,634

Average individual Income

Around Carmel Valley, CA

There's plenty to do around Carmel Valley, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

31
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
20
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Champloo Sweets, Bill & Bernies Baking, and Icons Fashion.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $ 4.32 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.41 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.93 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.54 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.05 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.41 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Carmel Valley, CA

Carmel Valley has 17,764 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Carmel Valley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 48,576 people call Carmel Valley home. The population density is 6,806.232 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

48,576

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41

Median Age

48.91 / 51.09%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
17,764

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$79,634

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Carmel Valley, CA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Carmel Valley. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Solana Highlands Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 3rd
No rating available
Carmel Del Mar Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 6th
5/5
PUBLIC
K - 6th
5/5
PUBLIC
K - 6th
5/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
5/5
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 6th
5/5
Solana Pacific Elementary
PUBLIC
4th - 6th
5/5
PRIVATE
7th - 12th
No rating available
Cathedral Catholic High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
5/5
PUBLIC
K - 3rd
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 6th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 6th
5/5
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