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Carlsbad vs Fallbrook

Two California cities 18 miles apart, side by side.

CarlsbadFallbrook
Population114,50032,467
Median household income$139,326$87,293
Median home value$1,156,900$713,000
Median rent$2,678/mo$1,675/mo
Median age42.834.4
Homeownership63%60%
Property tax (effective)0.68%0.66%
Sales tax7.75%7.75%
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Is Carlsbad or Fallbrook cheaper?

For housing, Fallbrook is cheaper: median home values are $1,156,900 in Carlsbad and $713,000 in Fallbrook; median rents are $2,678 and $1,675.

Which has higher incomes, Carlsbad or Fallbrook?

Carlsbad: median household income is $139,326 in Carlsbad and $87,293 in Fallbrook.

How far is Carlsbad from Fallbrook?

About 18 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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