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Lake San Marcos, CA vs Edmonds, WA

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Are people in Edmonds older or younger than people in Lake San Marcos?
- The Median Age in Edmonds is 18.0 years younger than in Lake San Marcos.

Are housing costs cheaper in Edmonds or Lake San Marcos?
- Edmonds housing costs are 14.8% more expensive than Lake San Marcos housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Edmonds or Lake San Marcos?
- The average commute for residents of Edmonds is 7.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Lake San Marcos.

Things to do in Lake San Marcos?
Living in Lake San Marcos, CA is an incredibly unique experience. Located just north of San Diego, it offers residents a perfect combination of breathtaking natural beauty and modern convenience. The area boasts stunning views of the lake itself, as well as lush green hills that are perfect for biking and hiking. Residents also enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment and cultural attractions offered in nearby Escondido and Carlsbad. With its mild climate and tranquil surroundings, Lake San Marcos is the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Things to do in Edmonds?
Edmonds, Washington sits within Snohomish county featuring numerous attractions combining with shopping opportunities at Alderwood Mall plus job prospects through Swedish Hospital’s Edmonds Campus.

 Lake San Marcos, CAEdmonds, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock42,622329,725,481
 Median Income$91,308  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock45.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$699,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.71  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Edmonds    11 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

Please let me hear from people ages 60 and up who live in Edmonds and what it is like. Going to move next year to be nearer my son.   More

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Over 13 years ago

As many of you know, the Northwest is known for its quality of life and is indeed a great place to live. I'm a Seattle area native who grew up here and also lived in  More

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Over 13 years ago

Edmonds, WA is one of the best suburbs to live in if you are looking to work in Seattle. It used to be a short 20 minute commute downtown when I was growing up (the  More

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