San Diego among top ‘move-out cities’

San Diego Downside Summary

 Here is a summary of the downsides of living in San Diego:

San Diego, despite its reputation as a paradise, has several significant drawbacks:

1. Growing homeless population, particularly in areas like Gaslamp and East Village, which can be disheartening for residents.

2. Overcrowding due to the city's massive growth, with over 1.4 million residents within the city limits and 3.3 million in the county, leading to long lines at popular spots.

3. Significant traffic congestion and parking issues, especially during peak hours. Parking garages can be expensive, with some spots costing upwards of $50 per day.

4. High risk of wildfires, with many areas designated as high fire hazard zones, resulting in high or no property fire insurance. Residents must take extra precautions to protect their properties.

5. High cost of living, particularly housing costs, which have increased by 20% in the past two years. The cost of living in San Diego is 3% higher than the state average and 42% higher than the national average.

6. High taxes, with California having some of the highest taxes in the nation, with high local sales and property taxes added.

7. Struggles for single-income households, with more than one-third not earning enough to make basic ends meet.

8. Wages not keeping pace with the rising costs of living, property values, and rents. The average salary in San Diego is only $1,900 more per year than the nationwide average, despite the cost of living being 44% higher.

These factors have contributed to San Diego ranking as the 8th city with the highest number of move-outs in 2023, suggesting that an increasing number of residents are choosing to leave the city in search of more affordable and less crowded locations.

Top 6 Reasons Why People Don't Like Living in San Diego 

San Diego, a city often touted as a paradise, has its downsides that locals and newcomers alike should consider. Despite its sunny weather and beautiful beaches, San Diego faces challenges such as a growing homeless population, overcrowding, and traffic congestion. With a significant homeless population, especially in areas like Gaslamp and East Village, it can be disheartening to encounter. The city's massive growth, with over 1.4 million residents within the city limits and 3.3 million in the county, contributes to crowding and long lines at popular spots. Furthermore, traffic and parking are significant issues, particularly during peak hours. The city's infrastructure, including parking garages, can be quite expensive, with some spots costing upwards of $50 per day. Additionally, San Diego is prone to wildfires, with many areas designated as high fire hazard zones (resulting in high or no property fire insurance), requiring residents to take extra precautions to protect their properties.

San Diego's Hidden Negatives: Weighing the Costs San Diego, touted as the "best city in California," is not without its drawbacks. While the speaker acknowledges the city's many positives, they highlight six significant negatives: 

  1. California has among the highest taxes in the nation. Sales and income taxes are generally high, but because of prop 13, effective property tax rates are below the national average.
  2. homeless population, high >10,000 and increasing at 3% year over year
  3. high cost of living, particularly housing costs, which have increased by 20% in the past two years. The cost of living in San Diego, CA is 3% higher than the state average and 42% higher than the national average
  4. high traffic congestion, poor infrastructure, bridge and road condition. An audit said San Diego roads get a “fair” rating with a score of 63. That compares San Francisco at 74, Phoenix at 70 and Los Angeles at 67
  5. the struggles of single-income households. More than one-third of all single income households in San Diego County are not earning enough to make basic ends meet, according to a study by United Ways of California.
  6. Affordability. While the job market is improving, wages are still not keeping pace with cost of living, property values and rents. The average salary in San Diego is $68,565/year, which is about $32.96/hour. This is only $1,900 more per year than the nationwide average of $66,665/year, yet the cost of living in San Diego is 44% higher than the national average.

San Diego among top ‘move-out cities,’ according to PODS moving company | FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI News

fox5sandiego.com

Kelsey Thompson, Jeremy Tanner

AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) — Which U.S. cities saw the most people move in – and out – last year?

Moving and storage company PODS revealed its data showing which cities across the country attracted the most new residents, and which saw the most pack up and leave.

You may have seen the Clearwater, Florida-based company’s shipping containers on driveways in your neighborhood. The company, which started in 1998, lets movers fill up the PODS with their belongings, then ships them to the new address.

Cities with highest levels of move-outs

  1. Los Angeles, California (ranked first in 2023)
  2. San Francisco area, Northern California (ranked second in 2023)
  3. Miami area, South Florida (ranked fifth in 2023)
  4. Long Island, New York, serving parts of New York City (ranked fourth in 2023)
  5. Austin, Texas (not ranked in 2023)
  6. Central Jersey, New Jersey (ranked sixth in 2023)
  7. Chicago, Illinois (ranked third in 2023)
  8. San Diego, California (ranked 14th in 2023)
  9. Stockton-Modesto, California (ranked ninth in 2023)
  10. Hudson Valley, New York (ranked 11th in 2023)
  11. Santa Barbara, California (ranked 10th in 2023)
  12. Denver, Colorado (ranked 18th in 2023)
  13. Boston, Massachusetts (not ranked in 2023)
  14. Baltimore, Maryland (ranked 12th in 2023)
  15. Hartford, Connecticut (ranked 20th in 2023)
  16. Portland, Oregon (not ranked in 2023)
  17. Fresno, California (not ranked in 2023)
  18. Bakersfield, California (not ranked in 2023)
  19. Northern New Jersey, serving parts of New York City (ranked 15th in 2023)
  20. Minneapolis, Minnesota (not ranked in 2023)

PODS data found California had the highest concentration of move-outs among U.S. states, with seven cities or regions represented in PODS’ Top 20 rankings.

In Texas, the once red-hot market of Austin made its first appearance in PODS’ rankings. Dwindling affordability and housing inaccessibility are two of the factors contributing to these declines, PODS data found. The analysis also suggested present uncertainties and layoffs within the tech industry — a major industry that relocated operations and personnel to the Texas capital during the pandemic — might also be giving residents pause as to whether they should continue living in Austin.

The moving company also pointed to new U.S. Census Bureau data that found Austin had a lower net gain of new residents, based on July 2023 estimates.

Another Texas city, Houston, is seeing a surge in new residents coming to town. Houston ranked No. 3 among cities where PODS saw the largest volume of move-ins.

Among these rankings was a clear trend of movers heading to the Carolinas. PODS data found the two states’ costs of living tend to mirror the national average, while the regions offer beaches, mountains, green space and strong metro cities along with four-season weather and strong arts and cultural scenes.

Cities with highest levels of move-ins

  1. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Wilmington, North Carolina (also ranked first in 2023)
  2. Ocala, Florida (ranked fourth in 2023)
  3. Houston, Texas (ranked fifth in 2023)
  4. Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina (ranked 10th in 2023)
  5. Charlotte, North Carolina (ranked 16th in 2023)
  6. Raleigh, North Carolina (ranked 20th in 2023)
  7. Phoenix, Arizona (ranked 18th in 2023)
  8. Knoxville, Tennessee (ranked seventh in 2023)
  9. Jacksonville, Florida (ranked eighth in 2023)
  10. Asheville, North Carolina (ranked 17th in 2023)
  11. Boise, Idaho (ranked 15th in 2023)
  12. Portland, Maine (ranked 13th in 2023)
  13. Nashville, Tennessee (ranked 11th in 2023)
  14. Atlanta, Georgia (not ranked in 2023)
  15. Johnson City, Tennessee (not ranked in 2023)
  16. Huntsville, Alabama (not ranked in 2023)
  17. Dover, Delaware (not ranked in 2023)
  18. Orlando, Florida (ranked third in 2023)
  19. Savannah, Georgia (ranked 19th in 2023)
  20. Greensboro, North Carolina (not ranked in 2023)

More details on PODS’ analysis can be found online.



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