Bothell, WA vs Walnut, 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.
Bothell
65.7
#1610 nationally
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Bothell leads in cost of living index (162 vs 197). Bothell leads in crime level (3.0 vs 3.5). Bothell leads in average commute (30.2 min vs 35.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bothell, WA | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.7 (#1610) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 50,213 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,015,871 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $127,944 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 162 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+32.9 |
D
65.7 Score
Bothell, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,015,871
Population
50,213
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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D
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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