Modesto, CA vs Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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.
Modesto
64.2
#1712 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga
63
#1806 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga leads in crime level (8.0 vs 18.0). Rancho Cucamonga leads in median household income ($105,534 vs $73,375). Modesto leads in cost of living index (130 vs 159).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Modesto, CA | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.2 (#1712) | 63 (#1806) |
| Population | 218,915 | 174,405 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $447,153 | $788,806 |
| Median Household Income | $73,375 | $105,534 |
| Average Commute | 29.4 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 18.0 | 8.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 159 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.0 | R+2.1 |
D
64.2 Score
Modesto, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$447,153
Population
218,915
Crime
High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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D
63 Score
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$788,806
Population
174,405
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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