Fresno, CA vs Pasadena, TX
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.
Fresno
66.6
#1521 nationally
Pasadena
75.2
#490 nationally
Pasadena leads in cost of living index (94 vs 123). Pasadena leads in crime level (15.5 vs 20.1). Fresno leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 25.7 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fresno, CA | Pasadena, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1521) | 75.2 (#490) |
| Population | 545,716 | 146,716 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $390,993 | $218,827 |
| Median Household Income | $63,001 | $64,698 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 25.7 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 20.1 | 15.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+5.5 |
D
66.6 Score
Fresno, CA
Major California city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$390,993
Population
545,716
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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C
75.2 Score
Pasadena, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$218,827
Population
146,716
Crime
High
Walk Score
43
Southwest
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