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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Brea, CA vs Alhambra, CA

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Are people in Alhambra older or younger than people in Brea?
- The Median Age in Alhambra is 0.9 years older than in Brea.

Are housing costs cheaper in Alhambra or Brea?
- Alhambra housing costs are 9.7% less expensive than Brea housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Alhambra or Brea?
- The average commute for residents of Alhambra is 3.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Brea.

Things to do in Brea?
Brea, California is a city located in Orange County that has become known for its entertainment options including Downtown Brea's Main Street Promenade and Brea Mall Shopping Center.

Things to do in Alhambra?
Alhambra, California lies in the western corner of Los Angeles County offering easy access to attractions such as the USC Pacific Asia Museum or the Gamble House.

 Brea, CAAlhambra, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock83,174329,725,481
 Median Income$108,721  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$942,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time33.43  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Brea    10 Reviews
Patricia · Brea, CA
Cost of living and traffic in Orange County Ca
Over 10 years ago

I have lived in Orange County and Los Angeles County for over 20 years. The cost of living has prompted 3 friends to move to the Central Valley, Oregon and Washington  More

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Ken · Nashville, TN
Brea, CA a Great City
Over 12 years ago

I loved living here in Brea, CA for over 17 years. It is a great community. For being a small north Orange County city it has a lot to offer. Schools are really  More

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Lawrence · Brea, CA
Great North Orange County City
Over 13 years ago

Great city in N. Orange County. Affordable with lots of  More

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Reviews for Alhambra    5 Reviews
Victor · Alhambra, CA
Yes
Over 5 years ago

Its  More

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mingxia · Alhambra, CA
good
Over 11 years ago

very  More

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Ken · Alhambra, CA
Average
Over 18 years ago

Alhambra is a middle class city with a growing center of town and redevelopment area. Lots of shade tree-lined streets and ample shopping places. Good place for  More

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