Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Carmel-by-the-Sea | |
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Coordinates: 36°33′15.8″N 121°55′26.6″W / 36.554389°N 121.924056°W | |
Country | United States |
State | California |
County | Monterey |
Government | |
• Mayor | Dave Potter |
Area | |
• Total | 2.749 km2 (1.061 sq mi) |
Population (April 1, 2020) | |
• Total | 3,214 |
• Density | 1,169/km2 (3,030/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC−08:00 |
ZIP code(s) | 93921–93923 |
FIPS code | 0611250 |
Website | Official 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.