Florence, AL vs Manteca, 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.
Florence
73.2
#770 nationally
Manteca
62.9
#1816 nationally
Florence leads in average commute (18.4 min vs 40.2 min). Manteca leads in median household income ($89,966 vs $47,048). Manteca leads in crime level (9.5 vs 17.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Florence, AL | Manteca, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#770) | 62.9 (#1816) |
| Population | 42,437 | 91,059 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $218,838 | $581,224 |
| Median Household Income | $47,048 | $89,966 |
| Average Commute | 18.4 min | 40.2 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 17.2 | 9.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+51.5 | R+0.9 |
C
73.2 Score
Florence, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$218,838
Population
42,437
Crime
High
Walk Score
32
Southeast
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D-
62.9 Score
Manteca, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$581,224
Population
91,059
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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