Goleta, CA vs Rancho Cucamonga, 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.
Goleta
65.8
#1608 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga
63
#1806 nationally
Goleta leads in average commute (18 min vs 33 min). Goleta leads in crime level (5.6 vs 8.0). Rancho Cucamonga leads in cost of living index (159 vs 192).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Goleta, CA | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.8 (#1608) | 63 (#1806) |
| Population | 32,665 | 174,405 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,364,943 | $788,806 |
| Median Household Income | $113,889 | $105,534 |
| Average Commute | 18 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 8.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 192 | 159 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+26.7 | R+2.1 |
D
65.8 Score
Goleta, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,364,943
Population
32,665
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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D
63 Score
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$788,806
Population
174,405
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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