As a native of SD, I can say OC, hands down. It comes down to a better quality of life. San Diego is full of grit.
@adam7852 жыл бұрын
I hate oc as a oc resident, planning to move to SD or LA
@tipsydog32 жыл бұрын
@@adam785 Are you renting?
@sterlingmarshel62992 жыл бұрын
grit = OC code word for diverse cultures
@tipsydog32 жыл бұрын
@@sterlingmarshel6299 What utter nonsense. Grit means, grit.
@yoursanclementerealtor43693 жыл бұрын
Interesting insights on Orange County, and San Diego. I agree on Little Italy having some nice restaurants, with good food. Funny about what you said that Huntington Beach as a "Real Housewives of OC" experience, with high end shopping! For those housewives, I think you need to think Newport Coast, Laguna Beach, and Coto De Caza. Not long ago Huntington was nothing more than oil wells, and surfers burning tires on the beach. HB brings to mind big raised trucks, low rider beach cruisers, divey coffee and breakfast spots, miles of relatively empty beach, and surfing under a power plant. When I think luxury shopping, I think Newport Beach's Fashion Island, or maybe Southcoast plaza. Absolutely love Point Loma, one of my favorite places. The lighthouse there is a must see. It was once a tea house, and had a female lighthouse keeper. If you want to make a video, love to see one of the history of Point Loma. San Clemente is definitely great spot for restaurants, and a great community. Agreed!
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input! Love to see the history and info you provided. I do actually have a video on Point Loma which includes a (very brief) history!
@eriks83822 жыл бұрын
Ignoring all of north Orange County for sure.
@davidr98303 жыл бұрын
I disagree, Orange County has the upsides of San Diego- beaches, trails, shopping, restaurants. Without the downside- crime, homeless.
@dogethekiller44833 жыл бұрын
But it’s just not as good as San Diego
@matty68783 жыл бұрын
i live in orange but im kind of jealous that SD (and LA) has more local shops that are unique or at least interesting to visit. when going through orange country i see the same brick and motor establishments, even in beach areas and it just doesn't complete the 'beach town' landscape that i see outside the county.
@tipsydog33 жыл бұрын
@@dogethekiller4483 So you say. San Diego county has countless losers.
@richardlee7303 жыл бұрын
I’m from OC, but honestly you can’t go wrong with both! 😉
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Now THAT is a message I should have included into the video. I love them both
@kylenelson41433 жыл бұрын
I like Orange County better
@patr703 жыл бұрын
OC is waaay better then SD.. the people in OC are sustained much better becuase there are a lot more good higher paying jobs whearas in SD a big chunk of the population are working much lower paying job(minimum wage) that they hate. There are lots of disgruntled frustrated people in San Diego.
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
@@patr70 You summed it up really well and hit the nail on the head!
@Someonesaidthis3 жыл бұрын
Both of the weather is amazing..
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
That's true. Weather isn't much different from one to the other
@sunshinesweetlove..80663 жыл бұрын
I’m from OC but SD I’d move there for sure. Great place.
@patr703 жыл бұрын
Sustainability is very different in OC and San Diego. There are a lot more higher paying job oprtunities in OC compared to San Diego. If you look at how many young people go to college in San Diego but then most of them leave after they graduate becuase there are a lot more good higher paying jobs in OC, Los Angeles, and the Bay area.. San Diego is a college, military, retirement, and beach town. Also San Diego has a lot more damaged people compared to OC. The people in OC are alll mostly middle to upper middle class while San Diego has tons of people who are working minimum wage jobs that they *hate* working. OC overall is a much nicer enviornment(people, neighborhoods, mental health, cleanliness, etc) compared to San Diego.
@matty68783 жыл бұрын
i never been to SD, what do you mean by damaged? and orange does have a few areas where you'd some the same people with screws loose in their heads and places that you'd be better off avoiding. the homeless population is also growing noticeably by the year.
@rafangille3 жыл бұрын
i think you’re exaggerating. we might not be as affluent as orange county, but we’re not riverside lol
@jasminecontreras7341 Жыл бұрын
@@rafangille We might be more damaged than San Diego, but we're not San Bernardino lol
@SP-xy7yh3 жыл бұрын
Born and raised in OC. I disagree regarding being stuck in your community. For example, I live in Westminster, work in Anaheim, go to school in Irvine, and eat everywhere else.
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Fair enough!
@thedragonbrothers60953 жыл бұрын
Orange county
@mrskippypb3 жыл бұрын
I live in Riverside County and I think OC is better than SD
@davids6898 Жыл бұрын
What OC has going for it is location. As you mentioned not only is it central to LA and San Diego. it is also close to the Inland Empire.
@DanPBestLifeSD Жыл бұрын
Very true!
@alvaromelendez96942 жыл бұрын
I live in Costa Mesa in Orange County, Newport Blvd has great night life with Goat hill tavern bar, and across the triangle square plaza, Huntington Beach Main st has a great night life too😌
@seaneubanks95492 жыл бұрын
I’ve lived in Denver for the last 8 years. Am moving to OC. Irvine to be specific. I was there last week house hunting. My business requires suburbs (residential remodeling). I absolutely loved Irvine & OC on my visit. I will rent for a year & my home in keeping and renting out in Denver is only slightly cheaper than what I’m renting in OC. 73 degrees be deicing twice to leave Denver in Feb. I found OC to be everything videos said about it and the main concern I have is honestly staying out of peoples way on the highways bc I drive like an old man. Oc for me! Thanks for the video!
@seaneubanks95492 жыл бұрын
PS I was shocked how close all of the suburbs were in OC. The house I almost rented was 3.5 miles from Newport B in Irvine. Also, I drove up to BIg Bear and it’s not vail for sure but it is Colorado lite and the lake is uniquely large. A nice weekend getaway. I loved it. Ppl in OC have a great life with some of the best weather in the world. Denver is only slightly less expensive than OC w/all of the problems of LOs A.
@DanPBestLifeSD2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to Southern California! You are going to love it Sean
@billmelichar68222 жыл бұрын
I lived in South Orange County most of my life and my parents re-located to San Diego in La Jolla and later in Presidio Heights, and eventually retired to Tucson, AZ. When I would go to visit in San Diego I always felt like I was on vacation. I eventually moved to the Phoenix area since holidays became a hassle traveling to Tucson, and lived there for fourteen years until my parents passed away, and then I moved back to California, but in San Diego this time. I downsized into a condo once again to make life easier, and recently bought a condo between La Mesa and Lemon Heights on top of a hill, so I have a view now from La Jolla, the city, Point Loma, the Silver Strand Highway all the way south to Mexico, and can also view the ocean. I hit the right place at the right time and couldn't be happier with it, especially with the price I paid about half a year ago. Where else can your house pay you more than your annual salary did when you were working and in only half a year! San Diego also has a lot more to do than the bedroom communities of South Orange County, and is more condensed so you don't have to drive as far.
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze2 жыл бұрын
That's cool that you found somewhere! I don't think comparing South OC with all of SD makes sense since you are leaving out the other half of OC. I think as a whole SD is way more spread out. I also think the traffic is worse in SD than in OC. Also a lot more touristy in SD.
@billmelichar68222 жыл бұрын
@@GregoryMorales-uo6ze The traffic in SD doesn't really bother me, since I am not working and rarely drive during heavy traffic periods. Since I moved back to San Diego I have noticed the area where the 5 and 805 freeways come together in Del Mar traffic has been greatly reduced from what it used to be only to move it further up the freeway just beyond Del Mar all the way to Oceanside. I have not been back to OC since I moved back, but I'm sure the traffic is not any better there. My whole reason moving back to San Diego was the whole touristy thing with all of the things to do and places to go including Mexico. It is true Orange County has Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm along with the unique restaurants of Newport Beach, but all said and done Orange County is much more of a bedroom community without the excitement and energy of San Diego. I tend to look at Orange County as a large suburb created by Los Angeles, whereas San Diego is much more interesting if you just take the southern half of the county. I used to work for El Torito restaurants which started in the San Fernando Valley, but eventually moved their corporate offices to Irvine when the company began a rapid expansion, so I worked all over Orange County, and some locations in Los Angeles and San Diego Counties. My take would be if you want a quieter life style, Orange county would be the place for you, but if you want something a little more vibrant and diverse San Diego south from La Jolla to Mexico would be perfect.
@mbari440963 жыл бұрын
Don't forget the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Sea World, and Legoland.
@InsighterofTech Жыл бұрын
OC got a 20 acre santa ana zoo.
@kendallevans4079 Жыл бұрын
I've lived in both also, currently back in O.C. where I grew up after 15 years in S.D. It all depends on where in each county. In the 80's North San Diego county was still pretty open and serene. I lived in Cardiff-by-the-sea and it was wonderful. Now? Like everywhere else the developers ruined it.
@DanPBestLifeSD Жыл бұрын
Cardiff is still a wonderful place. But you make a very good point as it depends where in each county
@Omw2fyb3 жыл бұрын
It really depends what city, neighborhood, Santa ana anaheim garden grove etc are not suburban like south oc
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I definitely agree and valid point! I did my best to generalize all of Orange County and San Diego County for the purpose of this video, but there are numerous neighborhoods and regions in both that don't fit the mold. Thanks so much for sharing!
@MyName-sk8wl3 жыл бұрын
@@DanPBestLifeSD I did also feel like you were comparing the city of San Diego with the county of orange, I love San Diego but i don’t feel like it was a true comparison.
@deborahshahbaz6782 жыл бұрын
I’ve lived in both counties too and I totally disagree that it’s easier to get around in San Diego county! Everything is too centralized downtown which is far from the northern parts of the county. In Orange County it doesn’t feel like you have to drive that far to get to the services you need because of the different micro communities within the county being more self sustaining.
@Cichlidman3 жыл бұрын
And we both don’t want to be affiliated with LA
@MyName-sk8wl3 жыл бұрын
As I mentioned in another comment and as mentioned by other commenters, I feel that this was a comparison between the city of San Diego vs the County of Orange
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. San Diego has a different feel simply because the city of San Diego is the obvious central point of San Diego, whereas Orange County doesn't have that, which makes it feel much more spread out. It's possible that is what you are experiencing with the video?
@MyName-sk8wl3 жыл бұрын
@@DanPBestLifeSD correct, I love San Diego, it’s an amazing city but, even though Orange County doesn’t have a main central hub, I feel that it still has a lot to offer, just more spread out throughout many smaller hubs, which I guess makes it difficult to compare? Anyway it’s a great video and both are amazing places to live :)
@matty68783 жыл бұрын
not too familiar with SD but what 'better' is what your way of living is it seems. i work a good job in orange but i can easily see myself settling in SD down the line.
@dogethekiller44833 жыл бұрын
San Diego Is better for me because I can cross into Tijuana and visit family
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
That is very true!
@tigerdigs822810 ай бұрын
Now with the border crisis and homelessness, is there any city that’s safer?
@michaels.87703 жыл бұрын
I have lived in both places OC and San Diego. I would definitely choose Orange County over San Diego. San Diego people are not very friendly. I have lived in 3 different states from east coast to west coast. San Diego is probably the most unfriendly place I have ever lived. I lived in OC for 3 yrs and loved it!! I lived in San Diego for 4 yrs. and couldn't wait to leave. Huge difference between the two places. I prefer Orange County.
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Wow, you must have met the wrong people in San Diego! I just had conversations with 2 transplants this last weekend that both told me they were surprised at how friendly San Diegan's are 🤷♂️
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze2 жыл бұрын
The city of SD is a big NO for friendliness.
@sterlingmarshel62992 жыл бұрын
when people say that SD is unfriendly its more to do with the person saying it and their insecurities
@jamesbowman81383 жыл бұрын
Great Video thanks
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Thank you James 🙏
@akapalu7 ай бұрын
Thanks for this informational video Dan! Considering both South OC & SD. Will be moving from SF Bay Area. Wondering about raising kids - in particular culture wise? Looking for easy access to nature (hiking & beaches), laid back vibe. I worry that even South OC (we are not considering North OC) has a more “materialistic” vibe. Thoughts?
@riseuporganic Жыл бұрын
Looking to move to the area and build my superfood business. I'd love to learn more! Thanks, Dan.
@DanPBestLifeSD Жыл бұрын
If you build it they will come!
@105reiss3 жыл бұрын
I too have lived in both. San Diego alllll the way! San Diegans tend to be more laid back.
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Whoop!! Best life San Diego!
@jesusaluz6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 🙏🏼👊🏼
@jonpoland12912 жыл бұрын
Dan, there is a huge omission in your video. How can you compare San Diego County to Orange County and not mention Laguna Beach? Laguna has 7 miles of some of the most beautiful coastline in Southern California, including 30+ coves and beaches. Laguna has terrific restaurants, a thriving art scene and very friendly people. The town has the Pacific on one side and the San Joaquin Hills on the other. Because so many homes in Laguna are build into the side of a mountain, the majority of residents of Laguna have views of the Pacific that are to die for. There are also some excellent hiking trails in the San Joaquin Hills above Laguna and the views of the Pacific and Laguna below are truly spectacular. Other than that, not much to see in Laguna. : ) Also, when you live in Laguna Beach you have access to both LA and San Diego with each being just 60 to 75 minutes away. I've spent time in La Jolla and Del Mar they are both great places to live. But they don't have the amazing views of the Pacific like you get in Laguna. You can't go wrong with La Jolla / Del Mar or Laguna. I just prefer Laguna.
@DanPBestLifeSD2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like I need to do a part 2!
@jonpoland12912 жыл бұрын
@@DanPBestLifeSD Great idea, Dan!!
@tomwagner63342 жыл бұрын
🤣 right
@kendallevans4079 Жыл бұрын
Agree for the most part. I lived in Laguna Beach for 19 years (S. Laguna near the hospital). I never knew how much I'd miss it till I moved away. Only down side: Traffic and parking, like any small beach town. One thing I would add as a big positive is it has a strong police presence! I went through the citizens police academy and did a ride-along. Minimum of 5 patrol cars out all the time, sometimes more.
@adam7852 жыл бұрын
As a oc resident SD IS 100X better, at least southern oc . SD has better food, most of the time better beach’s, better downtown then any downtown in oc, the night life and public transportation is so much better in sd, 7/10 parts of oc are unwalkable and oc is boring.
@DanPBestLifeSD2 жыл бұрын
That's why I left OC for SD!
@JAYCEE-xm5dd2 жыл бұрын
South OC is definitely boring and their food isn’t great. All the great food and entertainment is in North OC. Laguna, Newport and HB are all amazing, but also North OC.
@youtubecarspottersguide13 жыл бұрын
1978 -79 moms friend had a house on donley st west side of Claremont best ocean /bay view I ever saw no clue what the homes cost there now my choice west Claremont
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Incredible ocean view = $$$
@MDawg18232 жыл бұрын
How do you compare Orange County to San Diego and not even bring Newport Beach or Laguna. Hmm I wonder why
@DefensisIndus Жыл бұрын
Parts of orange county just feel like gray blocks after blocks like in Anaheim since it's built on a grid system 😅 so not for me. I think that's why people from LA feel more at home there. A little different here in SD. You can see the old neighborhoods and architecture and it definitely feels more like a Mediterranean city especially when you go into East county where all the homes are built on hills which by default also feels like parts of Mexico.
@donnajones89542 жыл бұрын
I lived in San Diego for seven years. The stealing ,the mental illness and the drug abuse was all left out of your videos . But if you can look past those things including the homeless it is beautiful
@nutech1810 Жыл бұрын
Homelessness is beyond insane now, and SD is largely swingers and bi-city. Even Navy guys are high up on the bi-sexual scale. If you love homelessness, everyone who screws everyone, abundant gangs, cheaters, and old men still partying at 60 in the clubs... this is your place. This guy made it look amazing to sell some properties. It's not that glamourous. East County, Downtown, South of SD, are very nasty. PB is just a frat boy area... SDSU is known as STDSU... and no one grows up here. Crime is also rampant. The only great things are the landscape, balboa park (homeless hub now), and the fact its condensed. No one here likes to work either. The malls are lame.
@SSolis-pp9sn2 жыл бұрын
I was born and raised in Anaheim. Stayed in SD throughout my 20s. As conservative as both are, SD is more so.. to my surprise. FYI: Each has their own kkk factions. Even within police force. As a POC, both felt oppressive. However, it was in SD that a random guy on a bike yelled out to me, “run, immigrant, run!” as i attempted to catch the bus. I was so shocked, and angrily yelled back. The look on his face. He definitely did not expect a petite woman to reply, and in such a loud voice (perfect english too). I missed the bus. The transit system is definitely better in SD than OC. Hands down. In SD, I’d go on hikes throughout the county. My partner is caucasian. I’m the type of person who will look you in the eye, greet you with a smile, a wave, and a “hi” “hello” “how’s it going?” or “Good morning”. My partner now does so as well. When we greet people we pass on trail or in the street, it’s always older white people that ignore me, look at my partner, and only reply to him. (I’m currently in San Francisco Bay Area, and it’s the same here too.. being ignored) If you’re low income, it’s faster getting assistance in SD. More health clinics to choose from as well: good health system. If in the Bay Area: Avoid Alameda Hospital. Go to Oakland Highland Hospital, or UCSF Hospital. Haven’t been in the area long, so I’m not informed on the level of care throughout the county. If i had to choose between OC or SD to go back to, i would choose SD. ONLY because most of my family is in Tijuana. Jk. For the food and culture as well. Actually, if i could .. I’d live there :( However, based on job availability / pay .. there’s more demand in OC for my partner’s area of work.
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze2 жыл бұрын
OC is easier to get around compared to SD. It's much smaller and more dense so getting to places without a car is definately easier in OC than SD. It's also a lot safer in OC so that's another important factor. If you can't drive then OC is better and safer. In SD the trolley has a bunch of homeless and druggie. There is hardly any security so I feel safer in OC. Also OC has a stronger economy than SD.
@carocarolina._.2 жыл бұрын
My husband is also Caucasian and I can relate with than feeling of been ignored, any way will going to relocate to SD from Florida and we are planning visit Tijuana often, I just start the research for different areas. Do you have any recommendations?
@williamnavarrete27399 ай бұрын
Night life in the O.C. Huntington Beach on Main st has over 40 bars and restaurants or how about Down town Fullerton with over 35 bars and restaurants most have college vibe, due to Fullerton U being blocks from there. And no one that's ever been to Belboa island or split? So much night life,anyone that's lived in O.C. knows this guy a poser with no creditability just hawking his wares.
@denizli2787 Жыл бұрын
I was thinking moving from OC to either San Diego or San Francisco any advice for me👉👀🤷🏻♂️
@tigerdigs822810 ай бұрын
Rancho Sante Fe?
@Salma-el3ii3 жыл бұрын
What is better tot live in ?
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you forgot to watch the video :P
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
Another benefit OC has is more led lighted street signs and more lit up at night than SD. OC also has more landscaping and more developed overall than SD
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Great observation. I completely agree, especially in South Orange County
@dogethekiller44833 жыл бұрын
I think that that’s also because Orange County is more dense so like the development is kinda packed in
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
North OC is more dense than South OC
@Josh-co6zq2 жыл бұрын
I know realtors hate dealing with rentals but I could really use some help with my move to San Diego in a few months. Are you aware of any agents that help with rentals! TIA!
@piratestonesandbones3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your video! In terms of quality of food/restaurants, how does OC/SD compare?
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
They both have pockets of great restaurants
@richardtellez26952 жыл бұрын
Orange county sucks!!!! I'm been in LA, Austin, San Fran, San Diego. Orange County is like a city city... its a county with suburbs. No public transportation only traffic and toll roads. There no night life unless you at Newport or Huntington. It a retirement suburban living lifestyle. I rather be in long Beach if I want to stick to something fun
@jamesbowman81383 жыл бұрын
Are you saying the city or county of sandiego?
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
This video is a comparison of Orange County and San Diego County. Thanks for asking!
@Elvengem3 жыл бұрын
what about El Cajon?
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
What... About El Cajon?
@Elvengem3 жыл бұрын
@@DanPBestLifeSD is it any good to live there?
@tipsydog33 жыл бұрын
@@Elvengem It sucks, it's gross and it's hot. No.
@fsisco1 Жыл бұрын
Orange County people are way too stuck up. However, there's by far less homeless in Orange County.
@DanPBestLifeSD Жыл бұрын
Fair enough!
@Gheuns32513 жыл бұрын
Both amazing! However nothing in Southern California will top OC 🌊 🍊 Balboa Peninsula, CDM, Newport Beach to mention a few . ❤️
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
OC hands down!
@hudsonjamesc3 жыл бұрын
Rancho Santa Fe, Encinitas, La Jolla. You lose
@adam7852 жыл бұрын
No oc sucks as a oc resident
@kennethcook10852 жыл бұрын
Thumbnail is an old photo of Santa Monica.
@DanPBestLifeSD2 жыл бұрын
Good eye
@Walkingadversity2 жыл бұрын
Both are nice, but the people in SD are a little more friendly IMO. OC people seem a bit more pretentious.
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze2 жыл бұрын
Not the people in the city of SD
@rubenmaltos99552 жыл бұрын
Huntington Beach is high end??? 😂
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
The one where you sell homes amd get listings is the one you want obviously lol
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
I also sell homes here because this is where I decided to live between those two options. I love San Diego
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
@@DanPBestLifeSD Yeah I'm sure its easier to get listings there more than in OC so I get it
@youshouldseethis.66783 жыл бұрын
Meet Kevin Paffrath Governor of California See on KZfaq.....
@brianchisnell15482 жыл бұрын
It all sucks!!!
@DanPBestLifeSD2 жыл бұрын
Lol, I love that you watched half a dozen of my videos just to comment on them how much you hate San Diego
@sinsinsinat53772 жыл бұрын
Both are boring places. Hit europe, asia and you see what it is like to live in a city with good access to public transport and to live in a culture. Sorry but US is incredibly boring I feel like life just passes there to be finished. Meanwhile life outside the USA is an adventure that is meaningful
@DanPBestLifeSD2 жыл бұрын
You are boring!! Just messing. But seriously, don't hate on SD :P
@tuberaxx Жыл бұрын
@sinsinsinat5377 What an idiotic comment! Hard to believe that living in, say Marseilles or Hualien, is less meaningful or exciting than New York🙄
@mrj0hnster3 жыл бұрын
you’re obviously from South OC and have bs knowledge of both OC and SD. SD county is 10x larger than OC.
@DanPBestLifeSD3 жыл бұрын
Hey John! Thanks for the thoughtful critique backed with detailed statistics. I was indeed raised in South OC, but I spent my first few years of college living and working in North OC. Although my experience with OC is thorough, I'll be the first to admit everyone's experience is different. Please let me know when you have completed your own comparison of SD and OC. I'd love to see what your experience is like!
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
That's true SD is 10x bigger and more hilly than OC. OC is more flat and streets are laid out better in a grid than the windy roads in SD. I've lived in both.
@GregoryMorales-uo6ze3 жыл бұрын
Also SD has more out of state people that live there where as OC has more SoCal natives.