Benicia, CA vs San Jacinto, 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
San Jacinto
61.6
#1901 nationally
Benicia leads in crime level (3.7 vs 7.0). Benicia leads in median household income ($124,375 vs $73,682). San Jacinto leads in cost of living index (122 vs 168).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benicia, CA | San Jacinto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1481) | 61.6 (#1901) |
| Population | 26,429 | 55,440 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $784,805 | $486,127 |
| Median Household Income | $124,375 | $73,682 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 42.5 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 168 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.0 | R+1.3 |
D
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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D-
61.6 Score
San Jacinto, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$486,127
Population
55,440
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Pacific
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