Arnold, MO vs San Dimas, CA
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.
Arnold
70.7
#1066 nationally
San Dimas
61.6
#1900 nationally
San Dimas leads in walk score (37 vs 21). Arnold leads in cost of living index (95 vs 166). San Dimas leads in crime level (7.7 vs 11.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arnold, MO | San Dimas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.7 (#1066) | 61.6 (#1900) |
| Population | 21,059 | 33,105 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $277,441 | $922,772 |
| Median Household Income | $72,317 | $102,241 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 31.9 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.7 | D+32.9 |
C-
70.7 Score
Arnold, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$277,441
Population
21,059
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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D-
61.6 Score
San Dimas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$922,772
Population
33,105
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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