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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Lake San Marcos

Nothing unique about my gated community. It is not walking distance to shopping, but is to a light rail line.

I love the area. It is super safe and beautiful. I am blessed to live here lots of families. We like himing.

The neighbors are friendly but not nosey. We feel safe here. We have nice views of the foothills. It's very dog friendly.

It's quiet, people ate helpful, grocery store and drug store and fast foods nearby. Banks nearby. Right next to the freeway.

Most of the neighborhood residents are friendly and considerate. There is also a wide selection of satisfactory dining and shopping establishments in the area.

Grocery stores are nearby, lots of parks, walking distance to schools and lots of community activities.

Who Lives Here

Lake San Marcos Demographics

Education

High School

11%

Associate's

22%

Bachelor's

21%

Master's

9%

Doctorate

37%

Family Size

2 people

53%

3 people

18%

4 people

19%

5 people

8%

6+ people

2%

Household Income

0-50k

24%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

23%

150-200k

11%

200k+

13%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

10%

20-45

26%

45-65

24%

65+

27%

Getting Around Lake San Marcos

Lake San Marcos Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

18%

15-30 Mins

41%

30-40 Mins

19%

40-60 Mins

12%

60+ Mins

10%

What Renters Are Saying

Lake San Marcos Features

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 13 of 13 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 12 of 13 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 11 of 13 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 11 of 13 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 10 of 13 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 10 of 13 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 9 of 13 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 9 of 13 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 8 of 13 renters

Nice Views

Yes

Say 8 of 13 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 8 of 13 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

Yes

Say 7 of 13 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

No

Say 7 of 13 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 8 of 13 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 8 of 13 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 9 of 13 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 9 of 13 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 13 of 13 renters

Lake San Marcos Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Lake San Marcos

10/10

Solana Vista School

Grades K-3 • Public

9/10

Kelly Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Magnolia Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Pacific Rim Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Aviara Oaks Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Stone Ranch Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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Living in Lake San Marcos, CA

The small town of Lake San Marcos, California is home to approximately 5,000 people. It's a nice place to settle down, as retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (28%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, at an average age of just under 46, are older than most cities in California. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 73% of residents own their homes. With an average rent of $1,735 per month, exceeding the state average, relatively high rent costs could play a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Lake San Marcos has an average commute time of about 30 minutes. Many residents (40%) drive their car to work, while public transit isn't used much. Few commuters walk to work.

There are three primary industries in Lake San Marcos: manufacturing, education, and retail. Together, these industries make up 17% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 9% of the town's population works in management, which ranks as the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of about $87,000, Lake San Marcos workers earn roughly the same as the average California resident. Lake San Marcos, however, compares more favorably to the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average (7%), Lake San Marcos has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 12% have earned a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 28% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.