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Dana Point, CA vs San Carlos, CA

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Are people in San Carlos older or younger than people in Dana Point?
- The Median Age in San Carlos is 7.5 years younger than in Dana Point.

Are housing costs cheaper in San Carlos or Dana Point?
- San Carlos housing costs are 54.7% more expensive than Dana Point housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, San Carlos or Dana Point?
- The average commute for residents of San Carlos is 0.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Dana Point.

Things to do in Dana Point?
Dana Point CA is situated on Orange County’s beautiful coastline with miles of picturesque beaches perfect for scuba diving, surfing and other water sports.

Things to do in San Carlos?
San Carlos, CA is located in San Mateo County and is known for its quiet residential streets enhanced by vibrant downtown business district. Residents can enjoy many outdoor activities such as sailing or golfing nearby.

 Dana Point, CASan Carlos, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,754329,725,481
 Median Income$111,132  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,359,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.06  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Dana Point    8 Reviews
Bob · Dana Point, CA
Best quality
Over 11 years ago

Climate is one of the world's  More

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Craig · Capistrano Beach, CA
May-June cool & fog Fall's the best
Over 12 years ago

Nice place to live. Mediterranean climate. Too many people, high cost of living, California taxes high. Ocean is  More

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Forrest · Dana Point, CA
High!
Over 17 years ago

We are in the California Riviera...but there's a price! This is a great place to  More

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Reviews for San Carlos    1 Reviews
Ilene · San Carlos, CA
Mayberry RFD
Over 18 years ago

I have lived in San Carlos for over 15 years and absolutely love it! There is a great mix of age groups and it is becoming more ethnically diverse. Kids play on my  More

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