Monterey Park, CA vs Wheat Ridge, CO
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
Wheat Ridge
64.5
#1690 nationally
Monterey Park leads in crime level (7.5 vs 13.2). Monterey Park leads in walk score (64 vs 45). Wheat Ridge leads in cost of living index (135 vs 169).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monterey Park, CA | Wheat Ridge, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.4 (#1770) | 64.5 (#1690) |
| Population | 57,877 | 31,804 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $926,209 | $595,582 |
| Median Household Income | $76,892 | $79,567 |
| Average Commute | 28.8 min | 25.4 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 45 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 135 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+19.5 |
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
Pacific
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D
64.5 Score
Wheat Ridge, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$595,582
Population
31,804
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
45
West
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