San Dimas

San Dimas

San Dimas is a city in the eastern San Gabriel Valley (LA County) at the base of the mountains. It is known for its “Western town” small-city charm and equestrian lifestyle. San Dimas had about 34,924 residents in 2020. Major attractions include the Raging Waters water park and Puddingstone Reservoir at Bonelli Park (boating/fishing). Downtown San Dimas features a distinct Western-themed Main Street with local shops and dining. The area is served by the well-regarded Bonita Unified School District. Housing varies from 1960s tract homes to larger estates (some zoned for horses). The median home value is about $902,000 (Sep 2026), on par with similar foothill towns. San Dimas offers quick access to the I-210 and SR-57 freeways for easy commuting.

  • Location: Foothills of eastern SGV, LA County (pop ~34.9K).
  • Lifestyle: “Western town” downtown, equestrian ranch homes, family-friendly community.
  • Recreation: Raging Waters (largest SoCal waterpark), Bonelli Regional Park (hiking, lake, BBQ areas).
  • Housing: Median value ≈ $902K; mix of suburban and semi-rural lots.

Highly Rated Restaurants in San Dimas

Sweet Savory Cafe & Bakery

Cafe · Paninis, pastries & breakfast

Pho & Grill

Vietnamese · Pho & noodle dishes

Twisted Sage Cafe & Catering

American · Brunch, sandwiches & salads

Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse

Steakhouse · Mesquite-grilled steaks

Pomona Valley Mining Company

American · Steakhouse dining & hillside views

Around San Dimas, CA

There's plenty to do around San Dimas, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Demographics and Employment Data for San Dimas, CA

San Dimas has 12,236 households, with an average household size of 2.73. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Dimas do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 34,099 people call San Dimas home. The population density is 2,268 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

34,099

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.8 years

Median Age

48 / 52%

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Total Households

2.73

Average Household Size

$49,568

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Schools in San Dimas, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby San Dimas. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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