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Rancho San Diego, CA vs Melbourne, FL

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

Are housing costs cheaper in Melbourne or Rancho San Diego?
- Melbourne housing costs are 53.8% less expensive than Rancho San Diego housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Melbourne or Rancho San Diego?
- The average commute for residents of Melbourne is 5.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Rancho San Diego.

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 .

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.

 Rancho San Diego, CAMelbourne, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock83,500329,725,481
 Median Income$109,205  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$754,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.42  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Rancho San Diego    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Fabulous place to live. Excellent school  More

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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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