Albany, CA vs Elk Grove, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Albany
68.2
#1329 nationally
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Albany leads in walk score (84 vs 32). Elk Grove leads in cost of living index (148 vs 207). Albany leads in crime level (3.8 vs 5.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Albany, CA | Elk Grove, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.2 (#1329) | 66.7 (#1508) |
| Population | 19,097 | 178,444 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,249,885 | $634,683 |
| Median Household Income | $124,469 | $115,864 |
| Average Commute | 31.7 min | 33.1 min |
| Walk Score | 84 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 207 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+19.7 |
D+
68.2 Score
Albany, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,249,885
Population
19,097
Crime
Low
Walk Score
84
Pacific
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D
66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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