Alpharetta, GA vs Calabasas, 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.
Alpharetta
66.2
#1567 nationally
Calabasas
59.6
#1948 nationally
Alpharetta leads in cost of living index (135 vs 239). Calabasas leads in crime level (4.4 vs 6.8). Alpharetta leads in average commute (27.5 min vs 33.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alpharetta, GA | Calabasas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1567) | 59.6 (#1948) |
| Population | 67,056 | 22,227 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $722,997 | $1,720,048 |
| Median Household Income | $141,402 | $154,079 |
| Average Commute | 27.5 min | 33.3 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 4.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 239 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+44.9 | D+32.9 |
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66.2 Score
Alpharetta, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$722,997
Population
67,056
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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59.6 Score
Calabasas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,720,048
Population
22,227
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
23
Pacific
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