The question is hard to answer because theres a handful of pros and cons of living in San Diego.
I cant stress enough how big of a perk it is to live in a sunny city.
Just note that constant sunshine practically guarantees you wont be experiencing all four seasons while living in San Diego.
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But hey, who can complain about spending Christmas under a palm tree?
#2.
After two years of living San Diego I still find myself amazed at the plethora of outdoor activities.
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Theres never a shortage of recreational opportunities to choose from.
Youll never have a reason to be bored while living in San Diego because its an outdoor enthusiasts dream!
For starters, youre a mere stones throw from the beach and have access to world-class surfing.
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Full disclosure, Im a terrible surfer!
Also, yoga culture is huge in San Diego.
Sign up for a yoga class on the beach and see what all the hype is about.
#3.
Most of my new friends start the weekend at the beach either sunbathing or surfing.
Plus, more often than not, an evening meal is walked off along the sandy shoreline.
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#4.
But make no mistake, Mexican food takes the cake.
Tacos are a way of life and completely acceptable for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Oh, and dont even get me started on the fish tacos!
Some of the best Ive had in my life.
I consider myself a serious foodie (my lifestyle and travel revolve around meals ha!
#5.
Ale Smith Brewing Company was ranked the 6th best brewery in the world in 2019.
Youll never go thirsty and theres no shortage of awesome breweries to spend an evening catching up with friends.
I highly recommend trying Modern Times, their sours are out of this world.
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The arts & culture scene
San Diego knows how to impress many different interests and palates.
Take, for instance,Balboa Park the largest cultural urban park in the country.
Boasting 15 museums, beautiful art galleries, botanical gardens and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
Its easy to spend lazy weekend mornings exploring this local gem.
Theres always something to do and great weather is practically guaranteed to boot!
#8.
Miles of stunning shorelines, great breweries, constant sunshine, whats not to like?
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Cons of Moving to San Diego
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And its true, you cant walk the city streets without seeing the detrimental effects of homelessness around you.
The discrepancy between the haves and the have-nots is painstakingly clear on the streets and practically impossible to avoid.
#13.
If helpful, below is a chart that show the state income tax depending on your income bracket.
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Oh, and lest I forget, California has some of thehighest gas prices in the countryto boot.
Lack of transportation is a huge con of living in San Diego.
#15.
Thankfully the downtown area is walk-able, but getting there is another story.
Fact:On average,vehicle trips take 60% longer during rush hour in San Diego.
And there you have it!
I hope you found this list of the pros and cons of living in San Diego helpful.
Dont hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have, always happy to help!
