Aliso Viejo, CA vs Stockton, 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.
Aliso Viejo
67.6
#1398 nationally
Stockton
62
#1882 nationally
Aliso Viejo leads in crime level (3.7 vs 31.4). Aliso Viejo leads in median household income ($131,708 vs $71,612). Stockton leads in cost of living index (128 vs 177).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aliso Viejo, CA | Stockton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1398) | 62 (#1882) |
| Population | 50,263 | 319,543 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,005,543 | $429,229 |
| Median Household Income | $131,708 | $71,612 |
| Average Commute | 25.3 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 31.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 177 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | R+0.9 |
D+
67.6 Score
Aliso Viejo, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,005,543
Population
50,263
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Pacific
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D-
62 Score
Stockton, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$429,229
Population
319,543
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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