Monterey Park, CA vs Seal Beach, 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.
Monterey Park
63.4
#1770 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Monterey Park leads in crime level (7.5 vs 13.2). Monterey Park leads in walk score (64 vs 41). Seal Beach leads in cost of living index (149 vs 169).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monterey Park, CA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.4 (#1770) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 57,877 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $926,209 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $76,892 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 28.8 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+2.6 |
D
63.4 Score
Monterey Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$926,209
Population
57,877
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
64
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F
59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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