Maricopa, AZ vs Palmdale, 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.
Maricopa
67.6
#1402 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Maricopa leads in crime level (6.2 vs 15.1). Palmdale leads in walk score (24 vs 13). Maricopa leads in cost of living index (111 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Maricopa, AZ | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1402) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 71,022 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $344,261 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $88,795 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 38.3 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+22.1 | D+32.9 |
D+
67.6 Score
Maricopa, AZ
Arizona community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$344,261
Population
71,022
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
13
Southwest
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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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