Chino Hills, CA vs San Marcos, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Chino Hills
62.7
#1830 nationally
San Marcos
62.2
#1870 nationally
Chino Hills leads in crime level (3.8 vs 6.1). San Marcos leads in walk score (33 vs 23). San Marcos leads in average commute (26.7 min vs 37.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Chino Hills, CA | San Marcos, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1830) | 62.2 (#1870) |
| Population | 77,212 | 94,188 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $985,223 | $953,736 |
| Median Household Income | $117,548 | $99,413 |
| Average Commute | 37.5 min | 26.7 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 6.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 177 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.1 | D+16.8 |
D-
62.7 Score
Chino Hills, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$985,223
Population
77,212
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Pacific
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D-
62.2 Score
San Marcos, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$953,736
Population
94,188
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Pacific
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