Evans, CO 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.
Evans
66.7
#1509 nationally
Monterey
62.7
#1834 nationally
Evans leads in cost of living index (115 vs 192). Monterey leads in walk score (53 vs 32). Monterey leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 28.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Evans, CO | Monterey, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1509) | 62.7 (#1834) |
| Population | 22,326 | 29,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $395,246 | $1,179,065 |
| Median Household Income | $75,544 | $98,003 |
| Average Commute | 28.5 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 10.2 | 10.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.0 | D+29.9 |
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66.7 Score
Evans, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$395,246
Population
22,326
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
West
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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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