La Mesa, California
La Mesa: The most populous city in San Diego County, California. It is located on the Pacific Ocean in southern California. La Mesa is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the La Mesa Art Center and the La Mesa Historical Society.
About
La Mesa is a city located in the county of San Diego in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 57,065. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 59,724 inhabitants.
The city was created 112 years ago in 1912.
Quick Facts about La Mesa
| Population : | 59,724 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | San Diego County |
| Postal code : | 91941–91944 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 619 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.44% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.56% |
| Altitude : | 528 feet / 161 meters |
| Establishment : | February 02, 1912 (112 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time : | 16:52:27 (9th November 2024) |
| Population growth : | 4.45% (2010-2020) |
Geography
La Mesa is located at 32°46'4"N 117°1'23"W (32.7678300, -117.0230800).
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- Official Website
Official website of La Mesa
Demographics
The population of La Mesa increased by 4.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 57,065 | - | census |
| 2011 | 57,644 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 58,099 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 58,556 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 58,855 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 59,697 | 1.41% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 59,751 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 59,722 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 59,389 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 59,249 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 59,724 | 0.8% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in La Mesa
1 Heritage Inn La Mesa
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2 Holiday Inn San Diego - la Mesa, an IHG Hotel
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3 Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
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4 Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
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5 Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
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Other Places in La Mesa
1 La Mesa City Hall
8130 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Heartland Fire & Rescue
8054 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 La Mesa City Accounts Payable
8130 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 La Mesa City Manager
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5 La Mesa Finance Department
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6 La Mesa City Redevelopment
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7 La Mesa Subdivision & Land Dev
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8 La Mesa Building Department
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9 La Mesa Human Resources
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10 La Mesa City Council Members
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People born in La Mesa (37)
People born in La Mesa, including musician and songwriter Dave Mustaine, astronaut Frederick W. Sturckow, composer and performer of ambient and electronic music Steve Roach, .
List
- Craig Goldy (American rock musician) he was born in 06/11/1961
- Frankie Hejduk (American soccer player) he was born in 05/08/1974
- Joe Kennedy (professional baseball player) he was born in 24/05/1979
- Ken Carpenter (American racing cyclist) he was born in 31/12/1965
- Janine Hanson (Canadian rower) she was born in 14/12/1982
- Carly Craig (actress) she was born in 12/06/1980
- Dean Glenesk (modern pentathlete) he was born in 22/09/1957
- Ralph Drollinger (American basketball player) he was born in 20/04/1954
- Aaron Boone (baseball player) he was born in 09/03/1973
- Bud Muehleisen (racquetball and paddleball player) he was born in 01/01/1931
- Dennis Enarson (American cyclist) he was born in 19/04/1991
- Dylan McLaughlin (actor) he was born in 02/12/1993
- Ed White (American football player) he was born in 04/04/1947
- Howard Snell (American herpetologist) he was born in 01/01/1953
- Jason Phillips (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 27/09/1976
- Jeff Byrd (American baseball player) he was born in 11/11/1956
- Kevin McCadam (American football player) he was born in 06/03/1979
- Lee McElwee (American baseball player) he was born in 23/05/1894
Schools in La Mesa
College & universities near La Mesa, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 457244 | San Diego Culinary Institute | La Mesa (CA) | 91942 |
| 111054 | California Hair Design Academy | La Mesa (CA) | 91942-5055 |
| 121275 | Platt College-San Diego | San Diego (CA) | 92115-3919 |
| 262022 | Bethel Seminary-San Diego | San Diego (CA) | 92115 |
| 122409 | San Diego State University | San Diego (CA) | 92182-0001 |
Stations (14)
Amtrak & bus stations near La Mesa, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAN | Santa Fe Depot | 1050 Kettner Blvd | RAIL |
| OLT | Old Town Transit Center | 4005 Taylor Street | RAIL |
| SRB | Sorrento Valley station | 11170 Sorrento Valley Road | RAIL |
| SOL | Solana Beach | 105 North Cedros Avenue | RAIL |
| ENC | Encinitas, CA | 25 East D Street | RAIL |
Other cities in San Diego County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in San Diego County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 1,422,420 | The eighth most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Diego metropolitan area. |
| Chula Vista | 272,979 | The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| Oceanside | 174,648 | The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| Escondido | 149,943 | The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| Carlsbad | 115,599 | The most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| El Cajon | 102,401 | The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| Vista | 100,636 | The most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| San Marcos | 97,477 | The second most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| Encinitas | 62,671 | The most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| National City | 61,394 | The most populous city in San Diego County, California. |
| Santee | 57,770 | A city in San Diego County, California. |
| Poway | 49,246 | A city in San Diego County, California. |
| La Presa | 34,169 | Census designated place |
| Fallbrook | 30,534 | Unincorporated community in San Diego County, California, United States |
| Spring Valley | 28,205 | Town in San Diego County, California, United States |
| Imperial Beach | 27,325 | City in California, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
La Mesa distances to largest California cities
