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San Marcos, California

Located in San Diego County, California, San Marcos was established in 1963. Cal State San Marcos was established in 1989, one of CSU's newest campuses. San Marcos is one of the fastest-growing cities in San Diego County.
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Founded 1963 | Population 103,700 | Peak 103,700 (2024) | County San Diego County

Top 10 Most Important Events for San Marcos, California

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1963CSUSM Predecessor: Palomar College serves region.
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1989Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define San Marcos's character and economy.
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1994Incorporated: Fast-growing North County community.
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2000Restaurant Row: Dining and retail hub for North County.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1963 Culture
CSUSM Predecessor
1989 Culture
Higher Education
1994 Government
Incorporated
2000 Business
Restaurant Row

Did You Know?

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Cal State San Marcos was established in 1989, one of CSU's newest campuses.
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San Marcos is one of the fastest-growing cities in San Diego County.
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Restaurant Row along S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd is a popular dining destination.
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San Marcos was founded in 1963.
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San Marcos has a population of approximately 103,700.
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