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Bellingham, WA vs Capitola, CA

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Are people in Capitola older or younger than people in Bellingham?
- The Median Age in Capitola is 13.8 years older than in Bellingham.

Are housing costs cheaper in Capitola or Bellingham?
- Capitola housing costs are 97.2% more expensive than Bellingham housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Capitola or Bellingham?
- The average commute for residents of Capitola is 7.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Bellingham.

Things to do in Bellingham?
Bellingham, Washington offers stunning views of Puget Sound with plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking trails in Chuckanut Mountains or boating in Marine Life Sanctuary Area nearby Bellingham Bay's shoreline.. This city is also known for its vibrant arts scene with museums, galleries and theaters scattered across town making it perfect for culture lovers wanting an immersive experience!

Things to do in Capitola?
Capitola California sits along Monterey Bay among some of the nation's most coveted real estate Its name alone invokes images associated with Mediterranean beach resorts Yet beneath all that beauty lies a vibrant culture full of fine dining spas boutique stores wineries galleries restaurants and other exciting activities perfect for any tourist or resident

 Bellingham, WACapitola, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock10,041329,725,481
 Median Income$59,163  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock47.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$606,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.72  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Bellingham    58 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I've lived in so many cities in 5 west coast states and have come to a conclusion that Bellingham is the greatest city to live, work, play and raise a family. After  More

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Over 4 years ago

From what I’ve seen and heard, the very liberal political/ethical beliefs of Bellingham residents, as well as the grey rainy weather, are the main things a few people  More

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If you’re like many Americans and caught up in right vs left you won’t like the far left here in Bellingham wa. If you put politics away and you enjoy skiing,  More

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Reviews for Capitola    5 Reviews

Capitola is awesome, if you can afford it. Bring your wallet and lots of money in the  More

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Over 14 years ago

While expensive, Capitola offers great quality of life. Temperate climate, beautiful beaches and forests, a small town  More

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Considering the amount of crime throughout the world today, Capitola is exceptionally safe and livable. It is one of the few places anywhere where we feel free to allow  More

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