Imperial Beach Pier at sunset, photographed in 2017.

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Imperial Beach vs Lemon Grove

Two California cities 12 miles apart, side by side.

Imperial BeachLemon Grove
Population25,89727,489
Median household income$79,071$79,278
Median home value$811,000$640,600
Median rent$1,914/mo$1,769/mo
Median age35.238.8
Homeownership31%53%
Property tax (effective)0.53%0.73%
Sales tax8.75%8.75%
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Is Imperial Beach or Lemon Grove cheaper?

For housing, Lemon Grove is cheaper: median home values are $811,000 in Imperial Beach and $640,600 in Lemon Grove; median rents are $1,914 and $1,769.

Which has higher incomes, Imperial Beach or Lemon Grove?

Lemon Grove: median household income is $79,071 in Imperial Beach and $79,278 in Lemon Grove.

How far is Imperial Beach from Lemon Grove?

About 12 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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