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

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Are people in Altadena older or younger than people in Brea?
- The Median Age in Altadena is 3.6 years older than in Brea.

Are housing costs cheaper in Altadena or Brea?
- Altadena housing costs are 15.8% more expensive than Brea housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Altadena or Brea?
- The average commute for residents of Altadena is 3.2 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 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.

 Brea, CAAltadena, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock43,384329,725,481
 Median Income$108,721  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$942,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock10.9%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 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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