Millbrae, CA vs Puyallup, WA
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.
Millbrae
62.1
#1874 nationally
Puyallup
62.8
#1824 nationally
Puyallup leads in cost of living index (129 vs 287). Millbrae leads in crime level (5.6 vs 10.3). Millbrae leads in walk score (55 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Millbrae, CA | Puyallup, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1874) | 62.8 (#1824) |
| Population | 22,087 | 42,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $2,055,633 | $573,027 |
| Median Household Income | $146,649 | $90,592 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 32 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 10.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 287 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+50.3 | D+10.8 |
D-
62.1 Score
Millbrae, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$2,055,633
Population
22,087
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
55
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D-
62.8 Score
Puyallup, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$573,027
Population
42,179
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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