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Lake San Marcos, CA vs St. George, UT

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Are people in St. George older or younger than people in Lake San Marcos?
- The Median Age in St. George is 25.9 years younger than in Lake San Marcos.

Are housing costs cheaper in St. George or Lake San Marcos?
- St. George housing costs are 30.6% less expensive than Lake San Marcos housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, St. George or Lake San Marcos?
- The average commute for residents of St. George is 10.7 minutes shorter 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 St. George?
St. George, Utah sits on the edge of the Virgin River just south of Zion National Park providing plenty of opportunities to explore the outdoors - take a tour of nearby Snow Canyon State Park or enjoy some disc golf at Sunbrook Disc Golf Course.

 Lake San Marcos, CASt. George, UTUnited States
 Population  Unlock92,875329,725,481
 Median Income$91,308  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$699,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.71  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for St. George    75 Reviews

Very low paying jobs. Very few corporate companies you could have a career at. Very expensive housing. Very unaccepting of non mormons. A very lazy city hall that  More

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We recently moved here and this are our thoughts: - Landscape wise no doubts this is one of the most beautiful places we have been - Public spaces are very clean, well  More

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I have lived in St. George for 8 months and love it so far. I agree that there are not a lot of jobs and most have low pay so this may not be a good place if your  More

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