Arcadia, CA vs Baldwin 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.
Arcadia
60.7
#1926 nationally
Baldwin Park
62.1
#1872 nationally
Arcadia leads in crime level (6.3 vs 11.1). Baldwin Park leads in cost of living index (145 vs 225). Arcadia leads in median household income ($108,214 vs $76,002).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arcadia, CA | Baldwin Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.7 (#1926) | 62.1 (#1872) |
| Population | 54,157 | 68,806 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,395,544 | $722,278 |
| Median Household Income | $108,214 | $76,002 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 55 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 11.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 225 | 145 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D-
60.7 Score
Arcadia, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,395,544
Population
54,157
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
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D-
62.1 Score
Baldwin Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$722,278
Population
68,806
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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