| | San Carlos, CA | Alexandria, MN | United States |
| Overall | 250.0 | 86.7 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 119.7 | 99.9 | 100 |
| Health | 117.4 | 83.0 | 100 |
| Housing | 758.3 | 71.8 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $2,103,500 | $235,700 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,820.0% | 8,970.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 144.1 | 58.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 161.9 | 97.1 | 100 |
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I have lived in San Carlos for over 15 years and absolutely love it! There is a great mix of age groups and it is becoming more ethnically diverse. Kids play on my More
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