Chowchilla, CA 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.
Chowchilla
63.5
#1763 nationally
Oceanside
60
#1941 nationally
Oceanside leads in walk score (39 vs 25). Oceanside leads in crime level (12.6 vs 18.5). Chowchilla leads in cost of living index (114 vs 161).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Chowchilla, CA | Oceanside, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.5 (#1763) | 60 (#1941) |
| Population | 19,328 | 170,020 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $392,908 | $874,097 |
| Median Household Income | $67,212 | $86,701 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 29.8 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 18.5 | 12.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 114 | 161 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | D+16.8 |
D
63.5 Score
Chowchilla, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$392,908
Population
19,328
Crime
High
Walk Score
25
Pacific
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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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