New Albany, IN 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.
New Albany
76.1
#380 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
New Albany leads in crime level (7.3 vs 13.2). New Albany leads in cost of living index (91 vs 149). New Albany leads in average commute (20.7 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | New Albany, IN | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.1 (#380) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 37,329 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $240,674 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $53,982 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 20.7 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+15.5 | D+2.6 |
C
76.1 Score
New Albany, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$240,674
Population
37,329
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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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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