Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Carmel-by-the-Sea
Municipality
Carmel Beach; Guy Rose, c. 1925
Carmel Beach; Guy Rose, c. 1925
Official seal of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Seal
Carmel-by-the-Sea is located in the United States
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea is located in California
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Coordinates: 36°33′15.8″N 121°55′26.6″W / 36.554389°N 121.924056°W / 36.554389; -121.924056
Country United States
State California
CountyMonterey
Government
 • MayorDave Potter
Area
 • Total2.749 km2 (1.061 sq mi)
Population
 (April 1, 2020)
 • Total3,214
 • Density1,169/km2 (3,030/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC−08:00
ZIP code(s)
93921–93923
FIPS code0611250
WebsiteOfficial website

Carmel-by-the-Sea, often called simply Carmel, is a municipality in Monterey County, California, United States. It was founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Carmel is on the Monterey Peninsula. It is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history. Actor Clint Eastwood was mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea for two years.[1][2]

References

  1. ↑ "Carmel History". Carmel Chamber of Commerce. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
  2. ↑ Akeman, Thom (2001). Monterey Peninsula A Cypress Shore. Graphic Arts Center Pub. pp. 7–8. ISBN 9781558685499. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
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