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Atascadero, CA vs Seaside, CA

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Are people in Seaside older or younger than people in Atascadero?
- The Median Age in Seaside is 6.1 years younger than in Atascadero.

Are housing costs cheaper in Seaside or Atascadero?
- Seaside housing costs are 4.1% more expensive than Atascadero housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Seaside or Atascadero?
- The average commute for residents of Seaside is 2.6 minutes shorter 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 Seaside?
Seaside CA is located on California’s northern coast near Monterey Bay offering stunning views of nature combined with family friendly attractions from art galleries to pier strolling.

 Atascadero, CASeaside, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,631329,725,481
 Median Income$82,777  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock33.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$696,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Atascadero    8 Reviews

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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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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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 Seaside    4 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I’ve lived in Seaside for the past 20 years and I love it. I’m a fourth generation Monterey Bay family. Seaside hands down has the best views in the Monterey Bay. It’s a  More

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Over 15 years ago

Housing in Seaside is more affordable than it was, mainly due to the bursting of the housing bubble. There are still problems, though, mainly because of the huge number  More

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Over 19 years ago

unless you went to grad school, or are already rich, don't expect to be able to get a nice house here. You'll be house-poor(not able to afford anything outside of your  More

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