Berkeley, CA vs Loma Linda, 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.
Berkeley
59.6
#1947 nationally
Loma Linda
65.3
#1640 nationally
Berkeley leads in walk score (85 vs 37). Loma Linda leads in crime level (9.4 vs 17.5). Loma Linda leads in cost of living index (140 vs 222).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berkeley, CA | Loma Linda, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.6 (#1947) | 65.3 (#1640) |
| Population | 118,962 | 25,111 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,460,437 | $642,341 |
| Median Household Income | $104,716 | $70,685 |
| Average Commute | 30.4 min | 21.4 min |
| Walk Score | 85 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 17.5 | 9.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 222 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | R+2.1 |
F
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
65.3 Score
Loma Linda, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$642,341
Population
25,111
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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