Carlsbad is
a coastal resort city lying
along the Pacific Ocean in the North County San Diego section
of Southern California.
Carlsbad is located 87 miles (140 km) south of Los Angeles and 35 miles (56 km)
north of downtown San Diego. High property
values, very high median family incomes, and high education levels have made
Carlsbad one of the wealthiest communities in California and in the United States. A low population density,
coastal location, thriving commercial sector, and an award-winning school district all contribute to the high standard of living in
the area. It is one of the highest income places in the United States. The city is mainly
known for shopping, tourism, a booming high-tech industry, and resort living.