Lake Stevens, WA vs Santa Monica, 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.
Lake Stevens
66.2
#1574 nationally
Santa Monica
59.6
#1949 nationally
Lake Stevens leads in crime level (3.2 vs 21.3). Santa Monica leads in walk score (83 vs 23). Lake Stevens leads in cost of living index (137 vs 273).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lake Stevens, WA | Santa Monica, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1574) | 59.6 (#1949) |
| Population | 40,521 | 89,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $698,093 | $1,685,560 |
| Median Household Income | $111,821 | $106,797 |
| Average Commute | 35.1 min | 25.3 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 83 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 21.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 273 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.0 | D+32.9 |
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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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59.6 Score
Santa Monica, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,685,560
Population
89,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
83
Pacific
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