Berkeley, CA vs San Dimas, 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
San Dimas
61.6
#1900 nationally
Berkeley leads in walk score (85 vs 37). San Dimas leads in crime level (7.7 vs 17.5). San Dimas leads in cost of living index (166 vs 222).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berkeley, CA | San Dimas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.6 (#1947) | 61.6 (#1900) |
| Population | 118,962 | 33,105 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,460,437 | $922,772 |
| Median Household Income | $104,716 | $102,241 |
| Average Commute | 30.4 min | 31.9 min |
| Walk Score | 85 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 17.5 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 222 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+32.9 |
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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-
61.6 Score
San Dimas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$922,772
Population
33,105
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
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