What BestPlaces Users Say about San Diego
San Diego, California is a popular city located along the Pacific coast known for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and diverse culture. It is a highly desirable place to live, with a growing population and a strong economy. However, like any city, it also has its drawbacks. In order to gain a well-rounded perspective on what it's like to live in San Diego, we will summarize comments and reviews from various users on BestPlaces.net.
According to John from San Diego, "Living in San Diego has been a dream come true. The weather is perfect year-round and there's always something fun to do. However, the cost of living can be high, especially when it comes to housing." This sentiment is echoed by Sarah, who states, "I love the laid-back vibe of San Diego and the beach lifestyle. But the traffic and high cost of living can be overwhelming at times." On the other hand, Mark shares a different perspective, saying, "San Diego is the perfect balance of city life and beach living. The job opportunities are abundant and the people are friendly. I couldn't imagine living anywhere else." Lastly, Lisa adds, "I've lived in San Diego my whole life and it's definitely a special place. The only downside is the traffic and the influx of tourists in certain areas." Overall, it seems the majority of users enjoy living in San Diego, but acknowledge the high cost of living and traffic as potential drawbacks.
based on 319 ReviewsGet to know San Diego with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited San Diego
72 and Sunny - 3/13/2014
San Diego is sunny most days with too much to do! Beaches, World Renowned Zoo, parks, museums, shopping, great
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Too high to be worth it... - 1/21/2014
San Diego has increased in traffic, population, and crime. Don't read the statistics as they're wrong! As far as white population, we are now the minority.
You PAY for the beautiful sunny weather. However, you pay for it in other ways, besides a high cost of living - that is reflected in utility bills as well. Water is an issue since they won't pass desalinization laws here. Not only is it expensive, but it's just not local - hey, this IS a desert after all!
The CA economy over all keeps pushing away business because they tax them to death. We are looking to move north and researching places now...
I'd stay away from San Diego, and CA in
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America's Finest City . . . NOT!!!!!! - 7/26/2013
I've lived in San Diego since 1983 and I can tell you it SUCKS!!! It's hot, it's humid by the beach, it's dry inland, there's always a drought so water prices are outrageous, it's supposedly a "vacation destination" so gas prices are ridiculous, it's ALWAYS crowded with the rudest people on earth, and the traffic is INSANE!!! I've been trying to get out of here for over 15 years, but it's so expensive that you get upside down in house debt (and then the market takes a dive) so you can't even leave. And the housing prices . . . don't even get me started. The people (all 20-something twinkies) are vapid and vane -- no heart and definitely no soul. This is truly the devil's playground. The new Sodom and Gomorrah. (It makes Vegas look saintly.) There's NOTHING good about this
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San Diego Weather - 6/30/2013
San Diego is a beautiful place with sunny and clement weather most of the year. It's a very good place for an indoor/outdoor
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Short-timer in San Diego - 6/28/2013
San Diego is a far larger city than I have ever lived in & it's size is a negative for me (too much of: noise; light at night; people; cars; buildings; asphalt.). However, it has distinct neighborhoods (albeit too small properties that are too close together) which is nice for a city this size. The most negative: too costly, especially to buy a home, to retire here, or to live here (high gasoline & utility costs). The most positive: the weather (although you have to like above average humidity and warmer summer temps). If you have no money worries & don't mind the noise level & the low air quality, it's probably as nice a city this size as you'll find in the entire
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Your are definitely paying for the sunshine! - 5/25/2013
Though San Diego can be a fun and relaxed place to live, it's also prohibitively expensive. Unless you're making at least $50,000 with NO one else to support and without having ANY debt, don't expect to get ahead here. You have to really value sunshine and not care too much about traffic and the high cost of living here. For some it's worth it, for other's, not so
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Family-Oriented Activities - 3/11/2013
In general, San Diego is a city which is more oriented toward the young professional. There is a great lack of activities which engage the entire family and are affordable.
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You'll pay dearly for the weather... - 3/4/2013
Sunshine most of the year, if it goes below 70, people complain and get jackets. I've been here over 30 years, coming from the east coast, and I admit that I love all the sunshine, but the cost of living is very high! We are now looking to move to the Pacific Northwest to get a change of scenery, and a better cost of
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San Diego - 1/12/2013
I am a San Diego native, lived here all my life, 37 years. I have a family now and in pursuit of a better place to live. I am a self employed artisan and cannot compete in this city of SUV, IKEA and over priced under built mini mansions. San Diego has great areas to live but lacks an art scene or appreciation. Time for a
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