Chula Vista, California

About

Chula Vista is a city located in the county of San Diego in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 243,916. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 272,979 inhabitants.

The city was created 113 years ago in 1910.

Chula Vista is a coastal city located in San Diego County, California. With a population of over 270,000, it is the second largest city in the San Diego metro area.

History and Origins

The area was originally home to Native Americans before Spanish settlers arrived in the late 18th century. American settlers later developed Chula Vista as an agricultural community in the mid-19th century.

Key historical facts:

• Founded in 1818 by Mexican governor Pablo Vicente de Solá
• Became part of the U.S. after the Mexican-American War in 1848
• Officially incorporated as a city in 1911
• Grew rapidly as a suburb of San Diego after WW2

Economy and Major Industries

Chula Vista has a diverse economy, with significant industries in manufacturing, technology, health sciences, tourism, and retail. It has a large coastal industrial sector.

Major companies and corporations:

• Rohr Industries (aerospace manufacturing)
• Turtle & Hughes (electrical distributor)
• Kyocera (electronics and ceramics)
• Aquatica at Gaylord (major resort and waterpark)

The city also has a strong military presence, home to a U.S Naval base and Coast Guard station.

Attractions and Things to Do

Chula Vista offers a wide variety of visitor attractions thanks to its coastal location, diversity, and ideal climate. Popular sites include:

• Miles of scenic waterfront along San Diego Bay
• Chula Vista Nature Center (spanning over 300 coastal acres)
• Aquatica San Diego water park
• Living Coast Discovery Center
• Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center

The city also boasts many public parks, golf courses, shopping centers, cultural venues, restaurants, and nightlife options for residents and tourists to enjoy.

Quick Facts about Chula Vista

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Geography

Chula Vista is located at 32°38'24"N 117°5'3"W (32.6400500, -117.0842000).

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People born in Chula Vista, including novelist and technical writer John C. Wright, former movie actress Jenna Presley, organic chemist William R. Roush, .

List

• Joel Zumaya (American baseball player) he was born in 09/11/1984
• Derek Sherrod (Player of American football) he was born in 23/04/1989
• Craig Coxe (American ice hockey player) he was born in 21/01/1964
• Jeremy Jay (American musician and singer-songwriter) he was born in 01/01/1950
• John Jaso (American professional baseball player) he was born in 19/09/1983
• Mike Jacobs (American baseball player) he was born in 30/10/1980
• Steve Riley (retired National Football League offensive tackle) he was born in 23/11/1952
• John Tschogl (Professional basketball player) he was born in 25/04/1950
• Christopher Caluza (Philippines figure skater) he was born in 03/07/1990
• A. J. Irwin (American federal agent) he was born in 22/08/1957
• Carmen Serano (American actress) she was born in 18/08/1973
• Charles Adair (American soccer player) he was born in 11/08/1971
• Charles E. Whittingham (American horse trainer) he was born in 13/04/1913
• David Helpling (American composer and producer) he was born in 29/03/1969
• DeMarco Sampson (American football player) he was born in 19/12/1985
• El Vez (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1960
• Austin Guerrero (Mexican association football player) he was born in 24/03/1989
• Joe Munoz (American soccer player-coach) he was born in 16/03/1975