Benicia, CA vs Laguna Niguel, 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.
Benicia
66.9
#1481 nationally
Laguna Niguel
64.5
#1689 nationally
Laguna Niguel leads in average commute (27.1 min vs 33.5 min). Benicia leads in cost of living index (168 vs 204). Laguna Niguel leads in median household income ($135,822 vs $124,375).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benicia, CA | Laguna Niguel, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1481) | 64.5 (#1689) |
| Population | 26,429 | 62,899 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $784,805 | $1,494,001 |
| Median Household Income | $124,375 | $135,822 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 168 | 204 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.0 | D+2.6 |
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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
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64.5 Score
Laguna Niguel, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,494,001
Population
62,899
Crime
Low
Walk Score
33
Pacific
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