Seattle, WA vs Walnut Creek, 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.
Seattle
66.9
#1491 nationally
Walnut Creek
61.4
#1910 nationally
Seattle leads in walk score (74 vs 41). Seattle leads in cost of living index (158 vs 197). Seattle leads in average commute (28.8 min vs 35.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Seattle, WA | Walnut Creek, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1491) | 61.4 (#1910) |
| Population | 755,078 | 69,152 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $851,471 | $1,032,096 |
| Median Household Income | $110,781 | $129,971 |
| Average Commute | 28.8 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 74 | 41 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 7.7 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 158 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+38.0 |
D
66.9 Score
Seattle, WA
Emerald City tech powerhouse
Median Home
$851,471
Population
755,078
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Pacific
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D-
61.4 Score
Walnut Creek, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,032,096
Population
69,152
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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