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Arroyo Grande, CA vs Walnut, CA

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Are people in Walnut older or younger than people in Arroyo Grande?
- The Median Age in Walnut is 0.9 years younger than in Arroyo Grande.

Are housing costs cheaper in Walnut or Arroyo Grande?
- Walnut housing costs are 18.8% more expensive than Arroyo Grande housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Walnut or Arroyo Grande?
- The average commute for residents of Walnut is 14.8 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 Walnut?
Walnut, CA is located in Los Angeles County and offers a balance of small-town living and city life. The city has plenty of outdoor activities, shopping, dining, and entertainment options for its residents.

 Arroyo Grande, CAWalnut, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock28,641329,725,481
 Median Income$90,405  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$905,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.3%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 Walnut    3 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Lived here for nearly seven years ...First - This is  More

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Over 17 years ago

Nice place to raise family. Excellent Schools and great  More

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Over 19 years ago

It is way too expensive here! A one bedroom apartment is about 1200 / month here and houses average $500,000 for a "fixer upper". Great schooll district and very nice  More

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