Stamford, CT vs West Covina, 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.
Stamford
68.1
#1350 nationally
West Covina
62.4
#1862 nationally
Stamford leads in walk score (57 vs 47). Stamford leads in cost of living index (138 vs 165). Stamford leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 33 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Stamford, CT | West Covina, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1350) | 62.4 (#1862) |
| Population | 135,892 | 105,617 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $728,197 | $849,988 |
| Median Household Income | $99,654 | $96,219 |
| Average Commute | 28.4 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 57 | 47 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-Low | 6.6 |
| School Rating | 7.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | N/A | D+32.9 |
D+
68.1 Score
Stamford, CT
Corporate headquarters with urban revival
Median Home
$728,197
Population
135,892
Crime
Moderate-Low
Schools
B
Northeast
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D-
62.4 Score
West Covina, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$849,988
Population
105,617
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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