What does coffee cost in San Diego, CA?
Based on 10 real menu prices for a 12 oz latte at independent coffee shops in the San Diego area, collected by Fresh Cup in Fall 2026.
+10.6% vs other large metros
Median price at independent shops, at each drink's standard size. Red is pricier than the national median, green is cheaper. Faded drinks have fewer than 5 prices.
A 12 oz latte is $5.75 here. That's +15.0% compared with the country and +10.6% compared with other large metros.
10 prices, from $4.25 to $7.00. The middle of the pack is $5.75.
Is coffee expensive in San Diego?
It's pricier than the country. The typical 12 oz latte at an independent shop is $5.75 here and $5.00 nationally.
How does San Diego compare with the rest of California?
It's pricier than California as a whole. A 12 oz latte is $5.75 in San Diego and $5.40 across California.
Is coffee more expensive in San Diego or Los Angeles?
San Diego is a little pricier. A 12 oz latte is typically $5.75 in San Diego and $5.50 in Los Angeles, a $0.25 difference.
Is coffee more expensive in San Diego or San Francisco?
San Diego is pricier. A 12 oz latte is typically $5.75 in San Diego and $5.00 in San Francisco, a $0.75 difference.
Is coffee more expensive in San Diego or Sacramento?
San Diego is a little pricier. A 12 oz latte is typically $5.75 in San Diego and $5.50 in Sacramento, a $0.25 difference. That's based on only 5 prices in Sacramento, so treat it as a rough read.
Is coffee more expensive in San Diego or Portland, OR?
San Diego is a little pricier. A 12 oz latte is typically $5.75 in San Diego and $5.50 in Portland, OR, a $0.25 difference.
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| Drink | Menu name | Oz | Price | Shop | Metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latte | House Latte | 12 | $5.25 | Carter | Austin |
| Cold Brew | Nitro Cold Brew | 16 | $5.75 | Epoch | Dallas |
| Cappuccino | Cappuccino | 6 | $4.50 | Merit | Houston |
| Mocha | Mexican Mocha | 12 | $6.00 | Fleet | Portland |
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