Located in San Diego County, California, Santee was established in 1980. East San Diego County suburb with Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve. Named for early settler Milton Santee.
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Founded1980|Population61,000|Peak61,000(2024)|CountySan Diego County
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1980Founded: Santee was founded with Spanish colonial roots in San Diego County.
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1980Incorporated: East County community.
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1980Postwar Growth: Santee grew rapidly during the postwar suburban expansion.
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2010Modern Era: Santee continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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East San Diego County suburb with Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve.
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Named for early settler Milton Santee.
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Incorporated in 1980.
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Santee has a population of approximately 61,000.
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