Bristol, CT vs Galt, 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.
Bristol
75.4
#457 nationally
Galt
63
#1805 nationally
Bristol leads in crime level (1.6 vs 11.3). Bristol leads in average commute (25.4 min vs 32.3 min). Bristol leads in cost of living index (110 vs 133).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bristol, CT | Galt, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.4 (#457) | 63 (#1805) |
| Population | 61,601 | 25,767 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,168 | $535,863 |
| Median Household Income | $82,094 | $85,069 |
| Average Commute | 25.4 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 110 | 133 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | N/A | D+19.7 |
C
75.4 Score
Bristol, CT
Connecticut community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$352,168
Population
61,601
Crime
Low
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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D
63 Score
Galt, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$535,863
Population
25,767
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
33
Pacific
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