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Where to eat in Carlsbad , California : Windmill Food Hall
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Relocation guide
Moving to Carlsbad
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
114,500
Median age 42.8
Median household income
$139,326
Median rent
$2,678/mo
Median home value
$1,156,900
Schools
26
4 districts
Summer high / winter low
76° / 47°
Pros
- Household incomes run 77% above the US median ($139,326).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.68% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 39 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 39 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 281% more than the US median ($1,156,900).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Carlsbad?
Carlsbad spans 4 zip codes. Median home values range from $1,016,400 to $1,219,600 by zip.
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Is Carlsbad a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 77% above the US median ($139,326). Property taxes are low: about 0.68% of home value a year (US 0.98%). On the other hand: Homes cost 281% more than the US median ($1,156,900).
How much do I need to earn to live in Carlsbad?
The median household earns $139,326. Rent at the median ($2,678/month) is about 23% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $107,120 a year.
How many schools are in Carlsbad?
26 public and private schools across 4 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Carlsbad?
Highs average 76°F in August and lows 47°F in December. The most comfortable months are June, July, August.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.