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

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

Are housing costs cheaper in Pacifica or San Carlos?
- Pacifica housing costs are 39.8% less expensive than San Carlos housing costs.

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

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.

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.

 San Carlos, CAPacifica, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,595329,725,481
 Median Income$204,570  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$2,103,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.75  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for San Carlos    1 Reviews
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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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

near the  More

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