Center is a cdp located in San Diego County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 29.3 square miles (76.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1300 ft. With a population of approximately 7,323 residents, Center offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.54% males and 49.46% females, and it has a population density of 249.93 people per square mile (96.50/km²). Center lies at a latitude of 33.24 and a longitude of -117.01, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.5%), followed by English (15%), German (16.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 92082.