Cowles Mountain across Lake Murray in neighboring San Diego, near La Mesa; photographed March 15, 2009.

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La Mesa vs Lemon Grove

Two California cities 2 miles apart, side by side.

La MesaLemon Grove
Population60,83527,489
Median household income$84,337$79,278
Median home value$738,800$640,600
Median rent$1,958/mo$1,769/mo
Median age37.138.8
Homeownership46%53%
Property tax (effective)0.67%0.73%
Sales tax8.5%8.75%
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Is La Mesa or Lemon Grove cheaper?

For housing, Lemon Grove is cheaper: median home values are $738,800 in La Mesa and $640,600 in Lemon Grove; median rents are $1,958 and $1,769.

Which has higher incomes, La Mesa or Lemon Grove?

La Mesa: median household income is $84,337 in La Mesa and $79,278 in Lemon Grove.

How far is La Mesa from Lemon Grove?

About 2 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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