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2025 Compare Cities Cost of Living:
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC vs Costa Mesa, CA

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Is it cheaper to live in Costa Mesa or is it cheaper to live in Lake Norman of Catawba?
- Costa Mesa is 85.3% more expensive than Lake Norman of Catawba.

Which city has more affordable housing, Costa Mesa or Lake Norman of Catawba?
- Costa Mesa housing costs are % than Lake Norman of Catawba housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Lake Norman of Catawba or is Health Care more affordable in Costa Mesa.
- Health related expenses are % in Costa Mesa.
 Lake Norman of Catawba, NCCosta Mesa, CAUnited States
 Overall  Unlock164.9100
Food & Groceries 105.1100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Costa Mesa    8 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Costa mesa has awesome shopping but is way too crowded and I have had 3 cars stolen in the past 5 years along with countless break-ins and theft. Expensive. Close to  More

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Over 16 years ago

Costa Mesa has a near perfect climate . . . plenty of sun but rarely over 100 degrees (our house doesn't even have AC). Nestled between Newport Beach and Huntington  More

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We have a good amount of low-income, medium-income, and relatively high-income  More

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