Alhambra, CA vs Monterey Park, 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.
Alhambra
63.8
#1735 nationally
Monterey Park
63.4
#1770 nationally
Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 7.5). Alhambra leads in walk score (71 vs 64). Monterey Park leads in average commute (28.8 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Monterey Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 63.4 (#1770) |
| Population | 79,776 | 57,877 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $926,209 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $76,892 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 169 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D
63.8 Score
Alhambra, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$927,695
Population
79,776
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
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D
63.4 Score
Monterey Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$926,209
Population
57,877
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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