Arcadia, CA vs Benton, AR
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Arcadia
60.7
#1926 nationally
Benton
73.9
#655 nationally
Arcadia leads in walk score (54 vs 17). Benton leads in cost of living index (92 vs 225). Arcadia leads in crime level (6.3 vs 11.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arcadia, CA | Benton, AR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.7 (#1926) | 73.9 (#655) |
| Population | 54,157 | 37,558 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,395,544 | $241,204 |
| Median Household Income | $108,214 | $66,868 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 22.7 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 17 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 225 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+40.1 |
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60.7 Score
Arcadia, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,395,544
Population
54,157
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
Pacific
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C
73.9 Score
Benton, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$241,204
Population
37,558
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
17
Southwest
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