Temecula, California

Temecula: The most populous city in southwestern Riverside County, California. It is located in the Temecula Valley region of Southern California. Temecula is known for its many wineries, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival and the Temecula Valley International Film Festival.

About

Temecula is a city located in the county of Riverside in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 100,097. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 113,878 inhabitants.

The city was created 35 years ago in 1988.

Temecula is located in southwestern Riverside County, California. With over 114,000 residents, it is a growing suburb between Los Angeles and San Diego.

History

Temecula was founded in the 1800s as a ranching and wheat farming community. The name comes from the Luiseño Native American word for “place of the sun”.

Population growth exploded in the late 20th century as inland Southern California developed. Affordable homes and wineries made Temecula an appealing destination. It incorporated as a city in 1989.

Today it balances a thriving tourism scene with growing employment base and amenities.

Economy

Major employers are the Temecula Valley Unified School District, Abbott Labs, Intelligent Dental Solutions, Professional Hospital Supply, and the City of Temecula.

Key industries include healthcare, education, technology, tourism, business services, and manufacturing. The city has relatively low taxes and costs.

Attractions

Temecula is home to over 40 wineries in its Wine Country region along with hot air balloon rides, shopping, and dining. Other draws are Old Town Temecula, Pechanga Resort & Casino, and natural areas like Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve.

Annual events include the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival. The city is popular for its family atmosphere and engaged civic culture.

Conclusion

Temecula has found an appealing balance between wine country destination, affordable SoCal living, job growth, and outdoor opportunities. The future looks very bright.

Temecula locator map
Location of Temecula on California map.

Quick Facts about Temecula

Population : 113,878 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : California (United States)
County : Riverside County
Postal code : 92589–92593
Phone Area Codes : 951
Water as percent of area : 0.05%
Land as percent of area : 99.95%
Altitude : 3,337 feet / 1017 meters
Establishment : January 01, 1989 (35 years ago)
Time Zone : Pacific Time Zone, UTC−07:00, UTC−08:00
Local time : 20:15:27 (18th March 2024)
Population growth : 12.1% (2010-2020)
Temecula City Hall image
Temecula City Hall
Temecula City Hall image

Geography

Temecula is located at 33°29'37"N 117°8'54"W (33.4936400, -117.1483600).

Temecula map

Demographics

The population of Temecula increased by 12.1% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 100,097 - census
2011 102,640 2.48% estimation process
2012 104,295 1.59% estimation process
2013 106,073 1.68% estimation process
2014 108,671 2.39% estimation process
2015 111,140 2.22% estimation process
2016 112,402 1.12% estimation process
2017 113,987 1.39% estimation process
2018 114,614 0.55% estimation process
2019 114,761 0.13% estimation process
2020 113,878 -0.78% estimation process

Temecula zip code is 92590. County name: Riverside, County fips: 06065

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People born in Temecula (16)

People born in Temecula, including botanist Howard Scott Gentry, volleyball player Heather Meyers, Amateur golfer Ed Cuff, Jr., .

List

  • Jabin Sambrano (American football player) he was born in 12/03/1990
  • Reggie Attache (National Football League player (1894-1955)) he was born in 05/02/1894
  • Shane Peterson (baseball player) he was born in 11/02/1988
  • Cassidy Wolf (American model, Miss California Teen USA 2013) she was born in 05/07/1994
  • Cheyenne Youngblood (American amateur wrestler)
  • Krissy Chin (American figure competitor) she was born in 24/01/1980
  • Brooks Pounders (American professional baseball pitcher) he was born in 26/09/1990
  • Stephanie Malherbe (US association football player) she was born in 05/04/1996
  • Nate Koch (American cyclist) he was born in 29/06/1986
  • Hailie Deegan (American stock car racing driver.) she was born in 17/07/2001
  • Brian Green (baseball) (American baseball coach)
  • Olivia Rodrigo (American actress and singer) she was born in 20/02/2003
  • Evan Mobley (American basketball player) he was born in 18/06/2001

Schools in Temecula

College & universities near Temecula, CA

Code Name City ZIP
457323 Paul Mitchell the School-Temecula Temecula (CA) 92591
382267 Royale College of Beauty and Barbering Temecula (CA) 92590
437750 Professional Golfers Career College Temecula (CA) 92591
485412 Coachella Valley Beauty College-Hemet Hemet (CA) 92545
114734 Franciscan School of Theology Oceanside (CA) 92057

Stations (39)

Amtrak & bus stations near Temecula, CA

Code Name Address Type
SUT Sun City, California 26908 Cherry Hills Blvd. BUS
HET Hemet (West Florida Ave), California 3246 West Florida Avenue BUS
HMT Hemet (Devonshire Ave), California 308 East Devonshire Avenue BUS
PRI Perris, California 1688-J North Perris Blvd BUS
OSD Oceanside Transit Center 235 South Tremont Street RAIL

Post offices near Temecula

Post Office Name City ZIP
Old Town Post Office Temecula (CA) 92590
Temecula Post Office Temecula (CA) 92591
Murrieta Post Office Murrieta (CA) 92562
Murrieta Carrier Annex Post Office Murrieta (CA) 92563
Fallbrook Post Office Fallbrook (CA) 92028

Other cities in Riverside County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Riverside County , CA. (more)

City Name Population Title
Riverside 330,786 The most populous city in Riverside County, California and the center of the Riverside metropolitan area.
Moreno Valley 212,349 The fifth most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Corona 170,996 The second most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Murrieta 116,522 The most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Jurupa Valley 109,745 The most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Menifee 97,675 The most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Indio 91,919 A city in Riverside County, California.
Hemet 85,161 A city in Riverside County, California.
Perris 79,011 The second most populous city in Riverside County, California.
Lake Elsinore 65,867 The most populous city in Lake County, California.
Cathedral City 55,007 A city in Riverside County, California.
Palm Desert 53,524 A city in Riverside County, California.
Beaumont 51,449 A city in San Bernardino County, California.
San Jacinto 51,122 Town in Riverside County, California, USA
Palm Springs 48,929 A city in Riverside County, California.
Coachella 46,564 A city in Riverside County, California.

Distance to Other Cities

Temecula distances to largest California cities