Alameda, CA vs Eureka, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alameda
63.4
#1768 nationally
Eureka
67.5
#1409 nationally
Alameda leads in crime level (8.7 vs 27.8). Alameda leads in median household income ($129,917 vs $51,971). Eureka leads in average commute (15.6 min vs 33.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alameda, CA | Eureka, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.4 (#1768) | 67.5 (#1409) |
| Population | 75,353 | 25,734 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,156,096 | $412,974 |
| Median Household Income | $129,917 | $51,971 |
| Average Commute | 33.4 min | 15.6 min |
| Walk Score | 68 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 27.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 206 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+28.4 |
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63.4 Score
Alameda, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,156,096
Population
75,353
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
68
Pacific
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D+
67.5 Score
Eureka, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$412,974
Population
25,734
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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