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Elfin Forest, CA
Census-designated place in San Diego County, California.
Population
592
Land area
2sq mi
People per sq mi
292
ZIP codes
0
Elfin Forest and its ZIP codes
Elfin Forest at a glance
- Households here earn a median of $170,938 a year, 72% more than the California figure of $99,122.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $1,950,000 (about 2.7 times the California figure).
Housing and community stats
Elfin Forest, CA, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$170,938
Poverty rate
2.7%
Median home value
$1,950,000
Homeownership
100.0%
Bachelor's or higher
55.8%
Median age
43.8
Average commute
19.9 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: German Americans (146), French Americans (104), Italian Americans (60).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for San Diego County. PPP loans are for Elfin Forest.
Unemployment rate
4.9%
Aug 2026, -0.2 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$85,402
1,535,067 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$84,312
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$35.8B
FY 2026, $10,862 per person
How people get to work
Elfin Forest, CA, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone64.8%
- Carpooled0.0%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked2.5%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home32.7%
Average one-way commute: 19.9 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Elfin Forest, CA, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Very High
Top: wildfire
Storm events since 1996
2,698
Countywide, mostly high wind
Flood insurance policies
6,088
0.7% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
87° / 45°F
14.5 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Elfin Forest, CA, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
23.0%
U.S. 33.3% -10.3 pts
Diabetes
8.3%
U.S. 12.1% -3.8 pts
Smoking
7.1%
U.S. 12.8% -5.7 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
3.1%
U.S. 11.1% -8.0 pts
Cities near Elfin Forest
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Harmony GroveCensus-designated place | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Lake San MarcosCensus-designated place | 3 mi | 1.7 |
| Del DiosCensus-designated place | 3.6 mi | 0.4 |
| San MarcosCity | 3.6 mi | 24.6 |
| Rancho Santa FeCensus-designated place | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| EncinitasCity | 5.5 mi | 19.1 |
| Fairbanks RanchCensus-designated place | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CarlsbadCity | 6.3 mi | 37.8 |
| Solana BeachCity | 7.5 mi | 3.4 |
| EscondidoCity | 7.8 mi | 37.4 |
| VistaCity | 7.9 mi | 19 |
| Del MarCity | 9.6 mi | 1.7 |
| Hidden MeadowsCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 6.6 |
| PowayCity | 11 mi | 39.1 |
| OceansideCity | 13 mi | 41.3 |
| Valley CenterCensus-designated place | 13 mi | 27.4 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Elfin Forest, CA in?
- Elfin Forest is in San Diego County, California.
- What is the population of Elfin Forest, CA?
- About 592 people live in Elfin Forest, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Elfin Forest?
- Nearby places include Harmony Grove (2.8 mi), Lake San Marcos (3 mi), Del Dios (3.6 mi), San Marcos (3.6 mi), Rancho Santa Fe (4.1 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023