Berkeley, CA vs Eureka, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Berkeley
59.6
#1947 nationally
Eureka
67.5
#1409 nationally
Berkeley leads in median household income ($104,716 vs $51,971). Eureka leads in average commute (15.6 min vs 30.4 min). Eureka leads in cost of living index (124 vs 222).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berkeley, CA | Eureka, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.6 (#1947) | 67.5 (#1409) |
| Population | 118,962 | 25,734 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,460,437 | $412,974 |
| Median Household Income | $104,716 | $51,971 |
| Average Commute | 30.4 min | 15.6 min |
| Walk Score | 85 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 17.5 | 27.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 222 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+28.4 |
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59.6 Score
Berkeley, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,460,437
Population
118,962
Crime
High
Walk Score
85
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D+
67.5 Score
Eureka, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$412,974
Population
25,734
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
69
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