Arvada, CO vs Benicia, 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.
Arvada
66.8
#1495 nationally
Benicia
66.9
#1481 nationally
Benicia leads in crime level (3.7 vs 7.8). Arvada leads in average commute (26.9 min vs 33.5 min). Arvada leads in cost of living index (138 vs 168).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arvada, CO | Benicia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.8 (#1495) | 66.9 (#1481) |
| Population | 121,414 | 26,429 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $605,230 | $784,805 |
| Median Household Income | $106,014 | $124,375 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 33.5 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 168 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+23.0 |
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66.8 Score
Arvada, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$605,230
Population
121,414
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
West
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66.9 Score
Benicia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$784,805
Population
26,429
Crime
Low
Walk Score
34
Pacific
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