Kearny Mesa 58 Below average
Kearny Mesa Livability #56 ranked neighborhood in San Diego#560 ranked neighborhood in CaliforniaRanks better than 89% of areas

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San Diego’s community is welcoming and diverse, creating a friendly environment for newcomers. The city is home to professional sports teams like the Padres (MLB) and the San Diego Wave FC (NWSL), providing plenty of excitement for sports fans. Major industries in San Diego include biotechnology, defense, and tourism, with significant employers such as Qualcomm and the U.S. Navy driving economic growth. The city has extensive public transit options, including buses, trolleys, and a commuter rail system.

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      Statistic Kearny Mesa San Diego California
      Average one way commuten/a25min28min
      Workers who drive to work79.1%72.0%73.5%
      Workers who carpool9.4%8.5%10.6%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%3.6%5.2%
      Workers who bicycle0.6%0.8%1.1%
      Workers who walk2.9%2.9%2.7%
      Working from home7.7%10.5%5.4%
      Source: The Kearny Mesa, San Diego, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).