The billboard advertising market in San Diego, California is a bustling one, replete with an array of options for businesses and organizations looking to make an impact with their marketing campaigns. From towering billboards along major thoroughfares to more discreet signs nestled in bustling neighborhoods, the opportunities for visibility in this vibrant city are virtually limitless.
Top Billboard Advertising Companies in San Diego
Among the top billboard advertising companies in the San Diego market are Outfront Media, Clear Channel Outdoor, and Lamar Advertising. These companies are known for their extensive networks of billboards and other out-of-home advertising options, as well as their ability to provide targeted, effective advertising solutions to clients of all sizes and industries.
AdQuick partners with every billboard advertising company in San Diego and has 99% of the inventory in the San Diego out-of-home advertising market available for purchase on its platform. In no specific order, here are the big players in the San Diego outdoor advertising market.
Outfront Media
Outfront Media offers bulletins, posters, and a handful of specialty media formats in San Diego.
Outfront Media San Diego's inventory reaches 99% of the adult (18 years+) population in the DMA weekly.
Clear Channel Outdoor
Clear Channel Outdoor offers bulletins, posters, 30-sheets, junior posters, urban panels and a handful of specialty media formats in San Diego.
They also have transit advertising and commuter rail advertising.
Clear Channel San Diego's inventory reaches 99% of the adult (18 years+) population in the San Diego DMA weekly.
Lamar Advertising
Lamar Advertising boasts an extensive portfolio of billboards throughout the city, including some of the most high-profile locations in San Diego
Lamar Advertising San Diego offers bulletins, posters, junior posters, spectaculars, and a handful of specialty media formats in San Diego.
Their inventory reaches 99% of the adult (18 years+) population in the San Diego DMA weekly.
Digital Billboards in San Diego
In addition to these traditional billboard companies, digital out-of-home advertising in San Diego is also thriving, with three companies leading the charge: Digital Outdoor Advertising, Richardson Creative Group, and The Outdoor Link. These companies specialize in digital billboards and interactive displays, and they have quickly become popular with advertisers looking to engage with consumers in new and exciting ways.
Digital billboards comprise 3% of all the billboards in San Diego. Using digital out-of-home (DOOH) adds relevance and timeliness to your campaign through dynamic creative execution and allows for unlimited messaging options during the flight of the campaign.
Change messaging based on triggers such as time of day, weather, sports scores, or any type of numerical counter using AdQuick’s Programmatic DOOH DSP.
Here’s what you need to know about the major players in the San Diego DOOH space and their inventory listed on AdQuick.
Digital Outdoor Advertising
Digital Outdoor Advertising specializes in digital billboards, which allow for dynamic and targeted advertising campaigns.
The Outdoor Link
The Outdoor Link operates a network of digital billboards in key locations throughout the city. They also have wallscapes and traditional bulletins.
Richardson Creative Group
Richardson Creative Group is known for its innovative and interactive billboards.
Other DOOH Advertising Companies
AdQuick partners with every DOOH advertising company in San Diego and has 99% of the inventory in the San Diego digital out-of-home advertising market available for purchase on its platform.
The billboard advertising market in San Diego is a dynamic and ever-evolving industry that is home to a diverse array of companies that offer a wide range of services and solutions.
From traditional billboards to cutting-edge digital out-of-home advertising, advertisers have a plethora of options to choose from when it comes to promoting their products and services.
Whether you're looking for a simple, straightforward billboard ad or a more complex, interactive digital experience, there's great OOH inventory in San Diego that can help make your marketing campaign a success.
Other Types of Outdoor Advertising in San Diego
Here are some other, non-billboard, out-of-home advertising options that AdQuick customers use to find their target audience in San Diego.
Wrapped Vehicle Advertising
Wrapped-car ads and advertising trucks are great for reaching your target audience in areas where there is limited traditional out-of-home inventory.
We commonly see marketers using wrapped vehicles executed by Wrapify, mobilads, Adgile Media, and Carvertise to promote their products in San Diego neighborhoods with spotty OOH coverage.
San Diego, CA Demographics & Statistics
San Diego, California is a bustling city with a population of over 1.4 million people. Since 2010, the city's population has grown by 9%, with a more significant increase of 16% since 2000 and 28% since 1990
Age in San Diego
The median age of the population is 34.3 years old, with an almost even split between males and females at 50% each.
The city has a diverse age range, with 6% of the population falling into the 0 to 4 age range, 6% in the 5 to 9 range, and so on. The largest age group is 25 to 34 at 19%, followed by 35 to 44 at 14%. The elderly population makes up a small portion of the city, with only 2% of the population being 85 years or older.
Race, Diversity, & Ethnicity in San Diego
San Diego's population is diverse in terms of race and ethnicity as well. 43% of the population is white, while 6% is black, 17% is Asian or Pacific Islander, and 30% is Hispanic. There is a small percentage of the population that identifies as Native American (0%), Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (0%), or other race (0%). 4% of the population identifies as two or more races.
Housing in San Diego
The median age of housing in San Diego is 42 years, and the median house value is a hefty $812,100. However, the city has seen significant appreciation in housing over the last decade, with a 12-month appreciation rate of 23%, a 5-year rate of 52%, and a 10-year rate of 112%. Rent in the city can also be expensive, with the average rent for a studio apartment being $1,344, and a 4-bedroom home or apartment costing an average of $3,244 per month.
Income in San Diego
Despite the high cost of living, the median household income in San Diego is $71,535, and the median family income is $84,353. The per capita income is $37,112. A significant portion of the population (9%) has a household income of less than $15,000, but there is a fairly even distribution in income ranges beyond that. 17% of the population has a household income of $100,000 to $149,999, and 10% has an income of over $200,000. The average household size in the city is 2.72 people.
Households & Education in San Diego
The average household size in San Diego is 2.69 people. Just over half of the population is single, with 45% being married and 55% being single. Of those who are married, 32% have children and 3% are separated. A significant portion of the population has never been married, with 40% falling into this category. 5% are widowed and 10% are divorced.
When it comes to education, 14% of the population over the age of 25 has a grade school education or less, while 76% have some form of college education. This includes 19% with some college, 5% with a two-year degree, 18% with a four-year degree, 8% with a master's degree, 2% with a professional degree, and 2% with a doctorate.
Commuting in San Diego
Commuting in San Diego can be a bit of a challenge, with the average commute time clocking in at 24 minutes. 75% of commuters in the city travel alone by automobile, while 9% carpool and 4% use mass transit. Only 1% of commuters opt to bike to work, and 3% choose to walk. A small percentage of commuters (1%) use other means, such as motorcycles or scooters, to get to work. Interestingly, 7% of San Diego commuters work from home, meaning they don't have to worry about a daily commute at all.
When it comes to the length of the commute, 1% of San Diego commuters have a journey of less than 5 minutes, while 7% have a commute of 6 to 9 minutes. The majority of commuters have a relatively short journey to work, with 13% traveling 10 to 14 minutes, 19% traveling 15 to 19 minutes, and 20% traveling 20 to 24 minutes. However, there is a significant portion of the population with longer commutes, with 8% traveling 25 to 29 minutes, 15% traveling 30 to 34 minutes, and 5% traveling 45 to 59 minutes. A small percentage of commuters have particularly grueling journeys, with 3% traveling 60 to 89 minutes and 2% traveling 90 minutes or more each way.
Job Market in San Diego
Despite the challenges of commuting in San Diego, the city has seen strong job growth in recent years. Over the past 12 months, there has been 0% job growth, but over the past 5 years, there has been a 7% increase in jobs. Looking to the future, it is expected that job growth will continue at a rapid pace, with a projected increase of 35% over the next 10 years. This is good news for those living in the city and looking for employment opportunities.