Del Mar is a small coastal city in North County San Diego, California, known for the Del Mar racetrack, Powerhouse Park, and some of the most coveted — and limited — coastal real estate in the county.
The polished end of the North County coast — the racetrack, Powerhouse Park, and some of the most coveted (and limited) coastal real estate in the county.
Del Mar at a glance
- Population
- 3,903
- Median age
- 55.5
- Median household income
- $199,152
- School district
- Del Mar Union School District (K–6) / San Dieguito Union High School District (7–12)
- Region
- North County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-Year Estimates (Del Mar city, California).
Points of interest in Del Mar
Parks & nature
Powerhouse Park
Parks & nature
Torrey Pines (just south)
Landmark
Del Mar racetrack
Dining & main street
Del Mar village
The real story
Premium, small inventory, and a lot of second-home money. Worth being clear-eyed about what's a smart buy vs. paying purely for the zip code.
Questions about Del Mar
What is Del Mar known for?
Del Mar is known for the Del Mar racetrack, Powerhouse Park, its village, and Torrey Pines just to the south.
What school districts serve Del Mar?
Del Mar is served by the Del Mar Union School District (K–6) and the San Dieguito Union High School District (7–12).
What is the population of Del Mar?
Del Mar has a population of 3,903, per the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020–2024 ACS 5-Year Estimates.
Del Mar market snapshot
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