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Arroyo Grande, CA vs Alhambra, CA

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Are people in Alhambra older or younger than people in Arroyo Grande?
- The Median Age in Alhambra is 5.5 years younger than in Arroyo Grande.

Are housing costs cheaper in Alhambra or Arroyo Grande?
- Alhambra housing costs are 6.1% less expensive than Arroyo Grande housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Alhambra or Arroyo Grande?
- The average commute for residents of Alhambra is 8.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Arroyo Grande.

Things to do in Arroyo Grande?
Arroyo Grande, California lies within San Luis Obispo county providing its citizens access to top rated schools such as Dana Elementary School while also having shopping options near Arroyo Grande Village Square as well as multiple food spots including La Caseta

Things to do in Alhambra?
Alhambra, California lies in the western corner of Los Angeles County offering easy access to attractions such as the USC Pacific Asia Museum or the Gamble House.

 Arroyo Grande, CAAlhambra, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock83,174329,725,481
 Median Income$90,405  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$905,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.49  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Arroyo Grande    8 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Arroyo Grande is a nice place to live. However, it is rather expensive for many people. There is a large retirement community living here, and home and rental prices are  More

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Over 8 years ago

I've lived here for nearly thirty years and love it. Great, easy climate year round. I know what I'm talking about--having lived in San Francisco Bay Area, Nevada,  More

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People from here absolutely love it and refuse to admit that it is much too expensive. They hate change. To live in a good school area will cost you dearly. There is  More

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Reviews for Alhambra    5 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Its  More

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Over 11 years ago

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Over 18 years ago

Alhambra is a middle class city with a growing center of town and redevelopment area. Lots of shade tree-lined streets and ample shopping places. Good place for  More

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