# Encinitas Wiki > Independent, citation-based reference guide to Encinitas, California (San Diego County): history, five communities, beaches, government, schools, and a 25-category local business directory with five data-selected listings per category. Last checked: November 9, 2026. Facts cite public sources (U.S. Census Bureau, City of Encinitas, Wikipedia, local news). Listings follow https://encinitas.wiki/methodology. ## City - [Encinitas, California](https://encinitas.wiki/): Encinitas, California: history, communities, beaches, government, schools and a sourced local business directory for this North County San Diego coastal city. - [History of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/history): History of Encinitas, California from the Kumeyaay and the 1769 Portolá expedition through Rancho Las Encinitas, the railroad, flower farming and 1986 incorporation. - [Government of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/government): How Encinitas city government works: directly elected mayor, four council districts, meeting schedule, current officials, 2026 election results, and state and federal representation. - [Demographics of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/demographics): Encinitas population, age, households, income, education and ethnicity from the 2010 and 2020 censuses and recent American Community Survey estimates. - [Economy of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/economy): The Encinitas economy: Coast Highway 101 main streets, flower growing and the Ecke poinsettia legacy, tourism, healthcare and professional services, and local business districts. - [Climate of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/climate): Encinitas weather and climate: mild Mediterranean temperatures, about 10 inches of rain a year, May Gray and June Gloom, ocean water temperatures by season, and winter storms. - [Transportation in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/transportation): Getting around Encinitas: the Coaster train at Encinitas station, NCTD BREEZE buses, Interstate 5, Coast Highway 101, cycling and parking at the beaches. - [Housing and cost of living in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/housing-and-cost-of-living): Encinitas housing: median home value, median rent, owner-occupancy, housing stock by community, the state housing-law disputes, and what drives the cost of living. - [Communities of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/neighborhoods): The five communities of Encinitas: Old Encinitas, New Encinitas, Leucadia, Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Olivenhain, with their history, character and landmarks. - [Leucadia](https://encinitas.wiki/leucadia): Leucadia, Encinitas: history of the Greek-named beach community, its bluff-top beaches, the North Coast Highway 101 corridor and local businesses. - [Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://encinitas.wiki/cardiff-by-the-sea): Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Encinitas: history, the Composer District, Cardiff Reef, San Elijo Lagoon, schools and the 92007 ZIP code. - [Olivenhain](https://encinitas.wiki/olivenhain): Olivenhain, Encinitas: the 1890s German colony, its meeting hall and Oktoberfest, large-lot homes, equestrian trails, dark-sky policy and schools. - [Old Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/old-encinitas): Old Encinitas: the historic downtown on Coast Highway 101, with Moonlight Beach, Swami's, the Self-Realization Fellowship, La Paloma Theatre, the Boathouses and the Coaster station. - [New Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/new-encinitas): New Encinitas: the inland community along El Camino Real, with shopping centres, medical offices, Village Park, the San Diego Botanic Garden area and schools. - [Beaches of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/beaches): Guide to Encinitas beaches: Moonlight State Beach, Swami's, Beacon's (Leucadia State Beach), Cardiff State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and more, with rules, hours and facilities. - [Surfing in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/surfing): Surfing in Encinitas: Swami's point break, Cardiff Reef, Pipes, Seaside Reef, Moonlight Beach and Leucadia breaks, plus surf history, seasons and etiquette. - [Parks, lagoons and nature in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/parks-and-nature): Encinitas parks and nature: San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, Batiquitos Lagoon, San Diego Botanic Garden, Swami's marine habitat, Olivenhain trails and Manchester Reserve. - [Landmarks of Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/landmarks): Encinitas landmarks: Self-Realization Fellowship temple and gardens, La Paloma Theatre, Surfing Madonna, Encinitas Boathouses, Cardiff Kook, San Diego Botanic Garden and the old depot. - [Annual events in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/events): Annual events in Encinitas: April Street Fair, Fall Festival, Wavecrest Woodie Meet, Switchfoot Bro-Am, Lima Bean Faire, Oktoberfest, Environment Day and classic car nights. - [Schools in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/schools): Schools in Encinitas: Encinitas Union and Cardiff elementary districts, San Dieguito Union High School District, San Dieguito Academy, private schools and MiraCosta College's San Elijo campus. - [Living in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/living-in-encinitas): What it is like to live in Encinitas, California: communities, cost of housing, schools, climate, commuting, outdoor life and finding local services. ## Directory - [Local business directory](https://encinitas.wiki/best): 25 categories, five listings each. - [Best SEO and marketing agencies in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/seo-agency): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best real estate agents in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/real-estate-agents): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best dentists in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/dentists): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best plumbers in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/plumbers): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best orthodontists and orthodontic practices in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/orthodontists): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best dermatologists in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/dermatologists): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best HVAC contractors in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/hvac): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best electricians in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/electricians): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best roofing contractors in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/roofers): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best personal injury lawyers in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/personal-injury-lawyers): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best chiropractors in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/chiropractors): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best med spas in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/med-spas): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best physical therapists in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/physical-therapists): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best veterinarians in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/veterinarians): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best property management companies in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/property-management): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best optometrists in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/optometrists): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best therapists and counselors in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/therapists): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best assisted living and senior communities in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/assisted-living): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best moving companies in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/movers): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best auto repair shops in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/auto-repair): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best massage therapists and spas in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/massage): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best hair salons in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/hair-salons): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best yoga studios in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/yoga-pilates): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best Pilates studios in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/pilates): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. - [Best gyms and fitness studios in Encinitas](https://encinitas.wiki/best/gyms): five listings with address, phone, website and Google rating. ## Reference - [Methodology](https://encinitas.wiki/methodology) - [Sources](https://encinitas.wiki/sources) - [About](https://encinitas.wiki/about) - [Structured facts](https://encinitas.wiki/facts.json)