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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Forest Grove, OR vs Grover Beach, CA

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Are people in Grover Beach older or younger than people in Forest Grove?
- The Median Age in Grover Beach is 4.8 years older than in Forest Grove.

Are housing costs cheaper in Grover Beach or Forest Grove?
- Grover Beach housing costs are 25.8% more expensive than Forest Grove housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Grover Beach or Forest Grove?
- The average commute for residents of Grover Beach is 3.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Forest Grove.

Things to do in Forest Grove?
Forest Grove, Oregon is a city located in Washington County of the State of Oregon. It is home to Pacific University, one of the oldest universities in the region. The city has a population of just over 23,000 and covers an area of 8.10 square miles. Forest Grove is known for its beautiful parks and trails, which offer an amazing range of recreational activities for people to enjoy.

Things to do in Grover Beach?
Grover Beach, CA is a pleasant town south of San Luis Obispo featuring several spectacular spots such as Oceano Dunes SVRA perfect for exploring or Ramona Garden Park ideal for picnicking; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Grand Avenue Festival celebrating local culture with art and performances.

 Forest Grove, ORGrover Beach, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock12,846329,725,481
 Median Income$73,499  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$516,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.52  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Forest Grove    4 Reviews
Ashley · Forest Grove, OR
No place like home
Over 13 years ago

I have had the ability to live and visit other places in the country. Texas, florida, arizona, california, ohio, new mexico. Out of a life of traveling my paternal  More

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Adam · Oceanside, CA
Honestly...
Over 14 years ago

Forest Grove is mostly white supremist meth trash. There are proffesional people mixed in, but they seem like guests. The true nature of this small town is brooding  More

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Stephanie · Forest Grove, OR
Forest Grove livability
Over 18 years ago

Forest Grove is a nice little town. It offers a local farmers market, quaint downtown area, and several community events thru out the year. The elementary and High  More

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Reviews for Grover Beach    1 Reviews
sharon  · Arroyo Grande, CA
great area!
Over 15 years ago

This is an awesome, old-school, unpretentious, classic California beach town. But, ssshhhh...don't tell anyone. I've lived in several nice Cali. beach towns but this  More

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