Lake Stevens, WA vs West Hollywood, 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
West Hollywood
62.7
#1836 nationally
Lake Stevens leads in crime level (3.2 vs 24.2). West Hollywood leads in walk score (91 vs 23). Lake Stevens leads in cost of living index (137 vs 183).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lake Stevens, WA | West Hollywood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1574) | 62.7 (#1836) |
| Population | 40,521 | 34,349 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $698,093 | $997,070 |
| Median Household Income | $111,821 | $89,034 |
| Average Commute | 35.1 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 91 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 24.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 183 |
| 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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D-
62.7 Score
West Hollywood, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$997,070
Population
34,349
Crime
High
Walk Score
91
Pacific
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