Brentwood, CA vs San Jose, 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.
Brentwood
62.1
#1873 nationally
San Jose
63
#1807 nationally
San Jose leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 41.1 min). San Jose leads in walk score (51 vs 38). Brentwood leads in cost of living index (173 vs 198).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brentwood, CA | San Jose, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1873) | 63 (#1807) |
| Population | 65,126 | 983,489 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $794,713 | $1,391,204 |
| Median Household Income | $134,689 | $142,891 |
| Average Commute | 41.1 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 51 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 198 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+38.0 | D+40.0 |
D-
62.1 Score
Brentwood, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$794,713
Population
65,126
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Pacific
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D
63 Score
San Jose, CA
Capital of Silicon Valley
Median Home
$1,391,204
Population
983,489
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Pacific
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