The Giant Lemon monument in Lemon Grove, photographed by Allan Ferguson.

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Lemon Grove vs San Diego

Two California cities 8 miles apart, side by side.

Lemon GroveSan Diego
Population27,4891,385,061
Median household income$79,278$104,321
Median home value$640,600$848,500
Median rent$1,769/mo$2,223/mo
Median age38.836
Homeownership53%48%
Property tax (effective)0.73%0.67%
Sales tax8.75%7.75%
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Is Lemon Grove or San Diego cheaper?

For housing, Lemon Grove is cheaper: median home values are $640,600 in Lemon Grove and $848,500 in San Diego; median rents are $1,769 and $2,223.

Which has higher incomes, Lemon Grove or San Diego?

San Diego: median household income is $79,278 in Lemon Grove and $104,321 in San Diego.

How far is Lemon Grove from San Diego?

About 8 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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