Berkeley, CA vs San Leandro, 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 Leandro
60.8
#1925 nationally
Berkeley leads in walk score (85 vs 65). San Leandro leads in cost of living index (173 vs 222). San Leandro leads in crime level (15.0 vs 17.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berkeley, CA | San Leandro, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.6 (#1947) | 60.8 (#1925) |
| Population | 118,962 | 85,784 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,460,437 | $805,034 |
| Median Household Income | $104,716 | $97,141 |
| Average Commute | 30.4 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 85 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 17.5 | 15.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 222 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+53.6 |
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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-
60.8 Score
San Leandro, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$805,034
Population
85,784
Crime
High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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