Rancho Cordova, CA vs Santa Fe Springs, 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.
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Santa Fe Springs
55
#1960 nationally
Rancho Cordova leads in crime level (11.7 vs 24.8). Rancho Cordova leads in cost of living index (132 vs 151). Rancho Cordova leads in average commute (27.2 min vs 30.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Rancho Cordova, CA | Santa Fe Springs, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.2 (#1647) | 55 (#1960) |
| Population | 82,605 | 20,174 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $535,848 | $784,501 |
| Median Household Income | $85,099 | $81,500 |
| Average Commute | 27.2 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 11.7 | 24.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 151 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.7 | D+32.9 |
Data coverage note: Santa Fe Springs is missing data for 1 metric that Rancho Cordova has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
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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F
55 Score
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$784,501
Population
20,174
Crime
High
Median Income
$81,500
Pacific
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