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Melbourne, FL vs Goleta, CA

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Are people in Goleta older or younger than people in Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Goleta is 7.4 years younger than in Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Goleta or Melbourne?
- Goleta housing costs are 238.5% more expensive than Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Goleta or Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Goleta is 5.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Melbourne.

Things to do in Melbourne?
Melbourne, Florida is situated along Florida's Space Coast with easy access to attractions like Brevard Zoo or plenty of beaches.

Things to do in Goleta?
Goleta CA can be found north Santa Barbara full of scenic routes perfect for bike rides such as Camino Cielo Loop showcasing some breathtaking views alongside private gardens, art galleries & wineries giving vacationers a chance to explore area's culture.

 Melbourne, FLGoleta, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,677329,725,481
 Median Income$55,543  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3538.4
 Avg. Home Price$348,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.66  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Melbourne    28 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

Moved here from Ohio 3 months ago, trying not to be disappointed, there isn't much to do, its really small and shopping is bad. I wanted out of Cleveland but didn't  More

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I have lived in many areas of this town. It is growing and has a nice selection of older and very new areas. The access to beaches and parks is quick and well kept.   More

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The rating on here is accurate. Crime is rather high. There's shootings and killings constantly. If you're coming from another state, just check floridatoday.com at  More

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Reviews for Goleta    2 Reviews

Lived in this area 2014-now (2022), Goleta for 4 years of that. Pros: *The climate is unbeatable, unless you enjoy being overly hot or cold, or snow sports which  More

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I live in Goleta and work part-time in Santa Barbara. I am semi-retired and have a decent income. Making wise choices of where to spend my income has always been  More

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