Alhambra, CA vs Puyallup, WA
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
Puyallup
62.8
#1824 nationally
Alhambra leads in walk score (71 vs 32). Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 10.3). Puyallup leads in cost of living index (129 vs 169).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Puyallup, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 62.8 (#1824) |
| Population | 79,776 | 42,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $573,027 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $90,592 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 32 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 10.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+10.8 |
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-
62.8 Score
Puyallup, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$573,027
Population
42,179
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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