Downey, CA vs Riviera Beach, FL
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
Riviera Beach
62.6
#1843 nationally
Downey leads in crime level (12.3 vs 25.8). Downey leads in walk score (61 vs 32). Riviera Beach leads in cost of living index (110 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Downey, CA | Riviera Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.3 (#1911) | 62.6 (#1843) |
| Population | 108,816 | 38,663 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $885,146 | $412,283 |
| Median Household Income | $84,236 | $57,851 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 24.4 min |
| Walk Score | 61 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 12.3 | 25.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+0.8 |
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
Pacific
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D-
62.6 Score
Riviera Beach, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$412,283
Population
38,663
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
32
Southeast
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