Montclair, CA vs Whittier, 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.
Montclair
60.8
#1923 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Whittier leads in crime level (13.4 vs 17.6). Whittier leads in median household income ($89,686 vs $72,789). Montclair leads in cost of living index (139 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Montclair, CA | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1923) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 37,545 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $661,144 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $72,789 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 57 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 17.6 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 139 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.1 | D+32.9 |
D-
60.8 Score
Montclair, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$661,144
Population
37,545
Crime
High
Walk Score
57
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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