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Grover Beach, CA vs Arroyo Grande, CA

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Are people in Arroyo Grande older or younger than people in Grover Beach?
- The Median Age in Arroyo Grande is 6.9 years older than in Grover Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Arroyo Grande or Grover Beach?
- Arroyo Grande housing costs are 39.5% more expensive than Grover Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Arroyo Grande or Grover Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Arroyo Grande is 1.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Grover Beach.

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.

Things to do in Arroyo Grande?
Arroyo Grande, California lies within San Luis Obispo county providing its citizens access to top rated schools such as Dana Elementary School while also having shopping options near Arroyo Grande Village Square as well as multiple food spots including La Caseta

 Grover Beach, CAArroyo Grande, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock18,422329,725,481
 Median Income$77,637  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock46.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$649,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.16  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Grover Beach    1 Reviews

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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Reviews for Arroyo Grande    8 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Arroyo Grande is a nice place to live. However, it is rather expensive for many people. There is a large retirement community living here, and home and rental prices are  More

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Over 8 years ago

I've lived here for nearly thirty years and love it. Great, easy climate year round. I know what I'm talking about--having lived in San Francisco Bay Area, Nevada,  More

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People from here absolutely love it and refuse to admit that it is much too expensive. They hate change. To live in a good school area will cost you dearly. There is  More

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