Albany, CA vs Redwood City, 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
Redwood City
60.8
#1924 nationally
Albany leads in crime level (3.8 vs 12.9). Albany leads in walk score (84 vs 62). Albany leads in cost of living index (207 vs 269).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Albany, CA | Redwood City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.2 (#1329) | 60.8 (#1924) |
| Population | 19,097 | 80,996 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,249,885 | $1,893,533 |
| Median Household Income | $124,469 | $145,620 |
| Average Commute | 31.7 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 84 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 12.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 207 | 269 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+50.3 |
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-
60.8 Score
Redwood City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,893,533
Population
80,996
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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