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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Atascadero, CA vs Altadena, CA

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Are people in Altadena older or younger than people in Atascadero?
- The Median Age in Altadena is 3.9 years older than in Atascadero.

Are housing costs cheaper in Altadena or Atascadero?
- Altadena housing costs are 56.6% more expensive than Atascadero housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Altadena or Atascadero?
- The average commute for residents of Altadena is 7.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Atascadero.

Things to do in Atascadero?
Atascadero, CA is a charming city located along California’s Central Coast near San Luis Obispo. Home to Atascadero State Hospital - the city offers numerous attractions including beautiful beaches & wineries that help make this a wonderful place to call home or visit anytime throughout the year!

Things to do in Altadena?
Altadena, California is a city located in Los Angeles County that provides its citizens outdoor activities around Eaton Canyon Natural Area and job opportunities through the National Register of Historic Places.

 Atascadero, CAAltadena, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,384329,725,481
 Median Income$82,777  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$696,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.92  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Atascadero    8 Reviews
Gary · Atascadero, CA
Great California family town
Over 3 years ago

Moved up here 20 years ago from coastal Southern California and we love it. Home prices are high, and wages do not keep pace, but that’s a problem for all of California.  More

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Robert · Atascadero, CA
Great area
Over 9 years ago

Have lived on the Central Coast of California for many years, and the area is wonderful with a moderate Med climate and laid back lifestyle. Unfortunately as I near  More

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Ron · Atascadero, CA
Atascadero going down the tubes
Over 10 years ago

We moved to Atascadero in 2006 and at that time it was nice, low crime rate. Lots of places to eat and go out. BUT today 2015 is a lot different. The homeless have  More

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Reviews for Altadena    1 Reviews
Les · Altadena, CA
Altadena: High and Dry in L.A.
Over 15 years ago

I live just above the 1500 foot elevation at the edge of the San Gabriel Mountains in the L.A. suburb of Altadena--just above Pasadena. We're above the low morning fog  More

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