Oak Ridge, TN vs Rancho Cordova, 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.
Oak Ridge
70.4
#1105 nationally
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Rancho Cordova leads in walk score (43 vs 18). Oak Ridge leads in crime level (8.0 vs 11.7). Oak Ridge leads in cost of living index (94 vs 132).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oak Ridge, TN | Rancho Cordova, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.4 (#1105) | 65.2 (#1647) |
| Population | 33,397 | 82,605 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $329,586 | $535,848 |
| Median Household Income | $67,152 | $85,099 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 18 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 8.0 | 11.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+35.7 | D+19.7 |
C-
70.4 Score
Oak Ridge, TN
Small Tennessee city with local appeal
Median Home
$329,586
Population
33,397
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
18
Southeast
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D
65.2 Score
Rancho Cordova, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$535,848
Population
82,605
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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