Glendale, CA vs Tukwila, WA
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.
Glendale
62.9
#1813 nationally
Tukwila
60.9
#1918 nationally
Glendale leads in crime level (7.9 vs 25.4). Glendale leads in walk score (71 vs 41). Tukwila leads in cost of living index (126 vs 193).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glendale, CA | Tukwila, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.9 (#1813) | 60.9 (#1918) |
| Population | 187,050 | 21,135 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,197,708 | $578,581 |
| Median Household Income | $81,219 | $76,331 |
| Average Commute | 27.6 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 25.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 193 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+51.7 |
D-
62.9 Score
Glendale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,197,708
Population
187,050
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
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D-
60.9 Score
Tukwila, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$578,581
Population
21,135
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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