Long Beach, CA vs Rancho Cordova, 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.
Long Beach
62.3
#1863 nationally
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Long Beach leads in walk score (67 vs 43). Rancho Cordova leads in median household income ($85,099 vs $69,471). Rancho Cordova leads in cost of living index (132 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Long Beach, CA | Rancho Cordova, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.3 (#1863) | 65.2 (#1647) |
| Population | 466,742 | 82,605 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $860,012 | $535,848 |
| Median Household Income | $69,471 | $85,099 |
| Average Commute | 28.4 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 43 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 11.7 |
| School Rating | 5.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+19.7 |
D-
62.3 Score
Long Beach, CA
Aquatic playground of Southern California
Median Home
$860,012
Population
466,742
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Pacific
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D
65.2 Score
Rancho Cordova, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$535,848
Population
82,605
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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