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Melbourne, FL vs Rancho San Diego, CA

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Are people in Rancho San Diego older or younger than people in Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Rancho San Diego is 0.6 years younger than in Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Rancho San Diego or Melbourne?
- Rancho San Diego housing costs are 116.7% more expensive than Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Rancho San Diego or Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Rancho San Diego is 5.8 minutes longer 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 Rancho San Diego?
Rancho San Diego is an unincorporated community located in El Cajon within San Diego County, California close to Lake Jennings park adjacent Sweetwater Reservoir accessible via I-8 freeway 30 miles east downtown San Diego; historically developed residential neighborhood 2000 census reported total population 28591 majority suburban households complemented further 2000s influx large student populations attending Cuyamaca College Grossmont College suburbs area presently primarily known quiet neighborhoods combined access amenities such schools parks churches markets shops restaurants golf courses recreation areas; encompasses notable landmarks Gillespie Field opened 1941 preserved historic adobe Casa de Estudillo standing since 1800s still visited tours today .

 Melbourne, FLRancho San Diego, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock22,019329,725,481
 Median Income$55,543  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.838.4
 Avg. Home Price$348,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.9%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 Rancho San Diego    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Fabulous place to live. Excellent school  More

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