Ossining, NY vs Santa Monica, 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.
Santa Monica
59.6
#1949 nationally
Ossining leads in crime level (8.3 vs 21.3). Ossining leads in cost of living index (136 vs 273). Santa Monica leads in average commute (25.3 min vs 36.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ossining, NY | Santa Monica, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 26,542 | 89,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $1,685,560 |
| Median Household Income | $99,678 | $106,797 |
| Average Commute | 36.3 min | 25.3 min |
| Walk Score | 63 | 83 |
| Crime Level | 8.3 | 21.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 273 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+26.3 | D+32.9 |
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Score
Ossining, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
26,542
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
63
Median Income
$99,678
Northeast
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59.6 Score
Santa Monica, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,685,560
Population
89,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
83
Pacific
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