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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Pacifica, CA vs Soquel, CA

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Are people in Soquel older or younger than people in Pacifica?
- The Median Age in Soquel is 1.8 years younger than in Pacifica.

Are housing costs cheaper in Soquel or Pacifica?
- Soquel housing costs are 4.5% less expensive than Pacifica housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Soquel or Pacifica?
- The average commute for residents of Soquel is 5.2 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 Soquel?
Soquel, CA is located in Santa Cruz County boasting a population close to 8,600 people. Here visitors can experience unique attractions such as Chef Chu's Mandarin Cuisine which serves traditional Chinese dishes or take part in outdoor activities like bird-watching at the nearby Monte Bello Open Space Preserve perfect for nature lovers!

 Pacifica, CASoquel, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock10,806329,725,481
 Median Income$138,548  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,267,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.1%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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Reviews for Soquel    2 Reviews
Sergio · Rancho San Diego, CA
Nice Place, but too small.
Over 8 years ago

I moved to Soquel at 24 after I graduated UC Santa Cruz. It's a beautiful town wedged right up against the coast line. However, it's too small. Many of the people who  More

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Jennifer · Mount Pleasant, SC
One usable climate
Over 14 years ago

No one knows where it is or how to pronounce it. It as small sleepy town that has a wonderful sense of community. Main street welcomes home it's brave with balloons and  More

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