Arcadia, CA vs Montebello, 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
Montebello
61.4
#1909 nationally
Arcadia leads in crime level (6.3 vs 13.6). Arcadia leads in median household income ($108,214 vs $72,317). Montebello leads in cost of living index (156 vs 225).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arcadia, CA | Montebello, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.7 (#1926) | 61.4 (#1909) |
| Population | 54,157 | 60,015 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,395,544 | $825,165 |
| Median Household Income | $108,214 | $72,317 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 66 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 13.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 225 | 156 |
| 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-
61.4 Score
Montebello, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$825,165
Population
60,015
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
66
Pacific
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