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Arroyo Grande, CA vs Orangevale, CA

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Are people in Orangevale older or younger than people in Arroyo Grande?
- The Median Age in Orangevale is 5.2 years younger than in Arroyo Grande.

Are housing costs cheaper in Orangevale or Arroyo Grande?
- Orangevale housing costs are 42.1% less expensive than Arroyo Grande housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Orangevale or Arroyo Grande?
- The average commute for residents of Orangevale is 6.7 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 Orangevale?
Orangevale CA is situated right next door to Sacramento’s bustling metropolis making it desirable place live close enough enjoy all state capital has offer but not removed colorful charm

 Arroyo Grande, CAOrangevale, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,729329,725,481
 Median Income$90,405  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$905,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%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 Orangevale    5 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Light rain throughout the year. Spring and fall are unbeatable. Summer is deffinately Hot, but with so many options to go camping and swimming, cooling off is never  More

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Over 16 years ago

Another comment from an Orangevale resident complains about the diminishing of rural character and the coming of compact development. Unfortunately, I cannot endorse  More

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Over 17 years ago

Think twice before purchasing property in one of the more expensive places to live. Orangevale is losing its small town flavor while be buffeted or "tucked into" other  More

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