Lake Stevens, WA vs San Ramon, 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.
Lake Stevens
66.2
#1574 nationally
San Ramon
62.6
#1844 nationally
San Ramon leads in median household income ($190,829 vs $111,821). Lake Stevens leads in cost of living index (137 vs 220). San Ramon leads in crime level (2.4 vs 3.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lake Stevens, WA | San Ramon, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1574) | 62.6 (#1844) |
| Population | 40,521 | 84,929 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $698,093 | $1,483,516 |
| Median Household Income | $111,821 | $190,829 |
| Average Commute | 35.1 min | 36.1 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 2.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 220 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.0 | D+38.0 |
D
66.2 Score
Lake Stevens, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$698,093
Population
40,521
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Pacific
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D-
62.6 Score
San Ramon, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,483,516
Population
84,929
Crime
Low
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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