Fredericksburg, VA vs Pasadena, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Fredericksburg
63.3
#1775 nationally
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
Fredericksburg leads in cost of living index (129 vs 197). Pasadena leads in walk score (69 vs 46). Pasadena leads in crime level (13.2 vs 16.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fredericksburg, VA | Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.3 (#1775) | 61.6 (#1898) |
| Population | 28,928 | 133,560 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $485,347 | $1,206,740 |
| Median Household Income | $83,445 | $97,818 |
| Average Commute | 32.4 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 16.5 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+31.7 | D+32.9 |
D
63.3 Score
Fredericksburg, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$485,347
Population
28,928
Crime
High
Walk Score
46
Northeast
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D-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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