A WALK AROUND TOWN
Hidden Murals of Lemon Grove – Discovering Secret Street Art in San Diego County
Recorded footage by Life on Paws and Wheels. Not live road conditions.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Lemon Grove
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
27,489
Median age 38.8
Median household income
$79,278
Median rent
$1,769/mo
Median home value
$640,600
Schools
7
1 districts
Summer high / winter low
82° / 45°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.73% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 111% more than the US median ($640,600).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Lemon Grove?
Lemon Grove spans 1 zip code. Median home values range from $640,500 to $640,500 by zip.
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Life in Lemon Grove
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LOCAL FOOD · YOUTUBE SHORT
Lemon Grove Bistro, Lemon Grove, San Diego
A food Short shared by Wandering in Paradise.
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Is Lemon Grove a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.73% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Homes cost 111% more than the US median ($640,600).
How much do I need to earn to live in Lemon Grove?
The median household earns $79,278. Rent at the median ($1,769/month) is about 27% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $70,760 a year.
How many schools are in Lemon Grove?
7 public and private schools across 1 district. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Lemon Grove?
Highs average 82°F in August and lows 45°F in December. The most comfortable months are June, July, August.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.