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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Pacifica, CA vs San Carlos, CA

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Are people in San Carlos older or younger than people in Pacifica?
- The Median Age in San Carlos is 2.4 years younger than in Pacifica.

Are housing costs cheaper in San Carlos or Pacifica?
- San Carlos housing costs are 66.0% more expensive than Pacifica housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, San Carlos or Pacifica?
- The average commute for residents of San Carlos is 1.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Pacifica.

Things to do in Pacifica?
Pacifica, California is located in San Mateo County providing its citizens great recreational centers such as the Sharp Park Golf Course plus stores like Rockaway Beach Shopping Center and dining spots near Sanchez Adobe.

Things to do in San Carlos?
San Carlos, CA is located in San Mateo County and is known for its quiet residential streets enhanced by vibrant downtown business district. Residents can enjoy many outdoor activities such as sailing or golfing nearby.

 Pacifica, CASan Carlos, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,754329,725,481
 Median Income$138,548  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4138.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,267,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.67  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Pacifica    9 Reviews
George · Fresno, CA
My hometown....rating...1954 to 1968 (Lived there)
Over 8 years ago

Back when I lived there...great for people, hiking, only had two times where there was a crime I was aware of my 1955 Chevy Bel-Air was stolen as well as my bike from  More

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Alexander · Pacifica, CA
If you like your temperature 65 year round, you'll
Over 10 years ago

Has the rep of being socked in with fog 24-7 but thats totally false. a charming blue collar surf town a mere 30 min from downtown SF with lower prices - hard to  More

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Katherine · San Jose, CA
Real Estate to buy
Over 13 years ago

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Ilene · San Carlos, CA
Mayberry RFD
Over 18 years ago

I have lived in San Carlos for over 15 years and absolutely love it! There is a great mix of age groups and it is becoming more ethnically diverse. Kids play on my  More

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