Burlington, NC vs Oceanside, 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.
Burlington
68.8
#1278 nationally
Oceanside
60
#1941 nationally
Oceanside leads in crime level (12.6 vs 26.1). Burlington leads in cost of living index (92 vs 161). Oceanside leads in median household income ($86,701 vs $52,963).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Burlington, NC | Oceanside, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1278) | 60 (#1941) |
| Population | 60,032 | 170,020 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $257,731 | $874,097 |
| Median Household Income | $52,963 | $86,701 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 29.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 26.1 | 12.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 161 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.2 | D+16.8 |
D+
68.8 Score
Burlington, NC
North Carolina community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$257,731
Population
60,032
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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D-
60 Score
Oceanside, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$874,097
Population
170,020
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
39
Pacific
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