Chino, CA vs Monterey, 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.
Chino
63
#1802 nationally
Monterey
62.7
#1834 nationally
Monterey leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 34.2 min). Chino leads in crime level (8.2 vs 10.5). Chino leads in cost of living index (154 vs 192).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Chino, CA | Monterey, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63 (#1802) | 62.7 (#1834) |
| Population | 93,114 | 29,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $755,615 | $1,179,065 |
| Median Household Income | $99,385 | $98,003 |
| Average Commute | 34.2 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 8.2 | 10.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 154 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.1 | D+29.9 |
D
63 Score
Chino, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$755,615
Population
93,114
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
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D-
62.7 Score
Monterey, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,179,065
Population
29,116
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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