Albany, CA vs Rancho Cordova, 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
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Albany leads in crime level (3.8 vs 11.7). Albany leads in walk score (84 vs 43). Rancho Cordova leads in cost of living index (132 vs 207).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Albany, CA | Rancho Cordova, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.2 (#1329) | 65.2 (#1647) |
| Population | 19,097 | 82,605 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,249,885 | $535,848 |
| Median Household Income | $124,469 | $85,099 |
| Average Commute | 31.7 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 84 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 11.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 207 | 132 |
| 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
65.2 Score
Rancho Cordova, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$535,848
Population
82,605
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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