Alhambra, CA vs Redwood City, 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
Redwood City
60.8
#1924 nationally
Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 12.9). Redwood City leads in median household income ($145,620 vs $80,234). Alhambra leads in cost of living index (169 vs 269).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Redwood City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 60.8 (#1924) |
| Population | 79,776 | 80,996 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $1,893,533 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $145,620 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 12.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 269 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+50.3 |
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-
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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