Downey, CA vs East Palo Alto, 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.
Downey
61.3
#1911 nationally
East Palo Alto
60.5
#1931 nationally
Downey leads in crime level (12.3 vs 16.6). Downey leads in cost of living index (165 vs 213). East Palo Alto leads in average commute (25.3 min vs 31.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Downey, CA | East Palo Alto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.3 (#1911) | 60.5 (#1931) |
| Population | 108,816 | 28,216 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $885,146 | $1,016,727 |
| Median Household Income | $84,236 | $103,248 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 25.3 min |
| Walk Score | 61 | 59 |
| Crime Level | 12.3 | 16.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 213 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+50.3 |
D-
61.3 Score
Downey, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$885,146
Population
108,816
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
61
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D-
60.5 Score
East Palo Alto, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,016,727
Population
28,216
Crime
High
Walk Score
59
Pacific
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