Pauma Valley is an unincorporated community in North County east of Interstate 15 about 50 miles northeast of San Diego. This largely agricultural area supports avocado and citrus farms, wholesale growers and nurseries and ancillary businesses. Home to Native Americans for centuries, Pauma Valley also has several reservations and gaming casinos.
Pauma Valley has not participated in recent Census counts; however, as of July 2007, the population was 7,475. Agriculture represents roughly 19 percent of industry, according to City-Data.com. The estimated median household income in 2011 was $53,972. About 18 percent of Pauma Valley residents fall below the poverty line.