Sandy Springs, GA 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.
Sandy Springs
67.6
#1406 nationally
Santa Monica
59.6
#1949 nationally
Sandy Springs leads in crime level (3.8 vs 21.3). Santa Monica leads in walk score (83 vs 27). Sandy Springs leads in cost of living index (137 vs 273).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Sandy Springs, GA | Santa Monica, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1406) | 59.6 (#1949) |
| Population | 105,793 | 89,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $699,826 | $1,685,560 |
| Median Household Income | $93,303 | $106,797 |
| Average Commute | 26.5 min | 25.3 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 83 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 21.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 273 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+44.9 | D+32.9 |
D+
67.6 Score
Sandy Springs, GA
Mid-size Georgia city with community character
Median Home
$699,826
Population
105,793
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Southeast
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F
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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