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Measure Chula VistaCalifornia, United States Remove Chula Vista
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 6.4
Connector Score 9.0
Safety 6.9
Affordability 2.8
Transportation 10.0
Car-free friendliness 7.0
Walkability 4.7
Things to do 5.8
Food & dining 5.3
Places to stay 6.4
Nature & outdoors 7.0
Scenic value 7.8
Family friendliness 6.9
Solo-traveler friendliness 5.2
Nightlife 3.6
Remote-work friendliness 5.5
Road-trip convenience 6.5
Train-trip convenience 7.8
Bus-trip convenience 7.3
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $159
Mid-range $240
Luxury $429
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 140
Typical 1-bedroom rent $2,200
Median home price $758,700
Population 276K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Train Bus Ferry Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Car-free travel, Beaches
Known for Beaches, Mountains & hiking, Lakes & rivers, Shopping, Family & kids
When to go Peak: Summer and event weekends

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