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Imperial Beach vs La Mesa
Two California cities 14 miles apart, side by side.
| Imperial Beach | La Mesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,897 | 60,835 |
| Median household income | $79,071 | $84,337 |
| Median home value | $811,000 | $738,800 |
| Median rent | $1,914/mo | $1,958/mo |
| Median age | 35.2 | 37.1 |
| Homeownership | 31% | 46% |
| Property tax (effective) | 0.53% | 0.67% |
| Sales tax | 8.75% | 8.5% |
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Is Imperial Beach or La Mesa cheaper?
For housing, La Mesa is cheaper: median home values are $811,000 in Imperial Beach and $738,800 in La Mesa; median rents are $1,914 and $1,958.
Which has higher incomes, Imperial Beach or La Mesa?
La Mesa: median household income is $79,071 in Imperial Beach and $84,337 in La Mesa.
How far is Imperial Beach from La Mesa?
About 14 miles in a straight line.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.