Auburn, WA vs West Hollywood, 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.
Auburn
62.2
#1866 nationally
West Hollywood
62.7
#1836 nationally
West Hollywood leads in walk score (91 vs 33). Auburn leads in crime level (14.9 vs 24.2). Auburn leads in cost of living index (131 vs 183).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Auburn, WA | West Hollywood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.2 (#1866) | 62.7 (#1836) |
| Population | 83,870 | 34,349 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $609,464 | $997,070 |
| Median Household Income | $87,406 | $89,034 |
| Average Commute | 31.6 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 91 |
| Crime Level | 14.9 | 24.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 131 | 183 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+32.9 |
D-
62.2 Score
Auburn, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$609,464
Population
83,870
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
33
Pacific
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D-
62.7 Score
West Hollywood, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$997,070
Population
34,349
Crime
High
Walk Score
91
Pacific
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