Poway, CA vs South Pasadena, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Poway
66.1
#1587 nationally
South Pasadena
63.6
#1760 nationally
South Pasadena leads in walk score (67 vs 30). Poway leads in crime level (3.7 vs 5.8). Poway leads in cost of living index (179 vs 228).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Poway, CA | South Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.1 (#1587) | 63.6 (#1760) |
| Population | 48,051 | 25,623 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,225,939 | $1,707,701 |
| Median Household Income | $135,605 | $127,882 |
| Average Commute | 25.6 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 5.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 179 | 228 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+16.8 | D+32.9 |
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66.1 Score
Poway, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,225,939
Population
48,051
Crime
Low
Walk Score
30
Pacific
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63.6 Score
South Pasadena, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,707,701
Population
25,623
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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