Seal Beach, CA vs Seaside, 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.
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Seaside
63.7
#1750 nationally
Seaside leads in average commute (21.8 min vs 31 min). Seaside leads in walk score (53 vs 41). Seal Beach leads in crime level (13.2 vs 14.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Seal Beach, CA | Seaside, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.7 (#1946) | 63.7 (#1750) |
| Population | 24,352 | 31,317 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $841,961 | $800,284 |
| Median Household Income | $75,507 | $80,239 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 13.2 | 14.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 149 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | D+29.9 |
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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63.7 Score
Seaside, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$800,284
Population
31,317
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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