Phoenix, AZ vs Santa Fe, NM
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.
Phoenix
66.7
#1514 nationally
Santa Fe
63
#1809 nationally
Santa Fe leads in average commute (20.4 min vs 26.7 min). Phoenix leads in walk score (41 vs 39). Phoenix leads in cost of living index (106 vs 111).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Phoenix, AZ | Santa Fe, NM |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1514) | 63 (#1809) |
| Population | 1,650,070 | 89,167 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $408,770 | $591,316 |
| Median Household Income | $65,891 | $67,663 |
| Average Commute | 26.7 min | 20.4 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 39 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 23.1 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+48.9 |
D
66.7 Score
Phoenix, AZ
Valley of the Sun with explosive growth
Median Home
$408,770
Population
1,650,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Southwest
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D
63 Score
Santa Fe, NM
New Mexico community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$591,316
Population
89,167
Crime
High
Walk Score
39
Southwest
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