Berkeley, CA vs Rancho Cordova, 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
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Berkeley leads in walk score (85 vs 43). Rancho Cordova leads in cost of living index (132 vs 222). Rancho Cordova leads in crime level (11.7 vs 17.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berkeley, CA | Rancho Cordova, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.6 (#1947) | 65.2 (#1647) |
| Population | 118,962 | 82,605 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,460,437 | $535,848 |
| Median Household Income | $104,716 | $85,099 |
| Average Commute | 30.4 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 85 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 17.5 | 11.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 222 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+19.7 |
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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
65.2 Score
Rancho Cordova, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$535,848
Population
82,605
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
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