Tempe, AZ vs West Hollywood, 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.
Tempe
68.3
#1328 nationally
West Hollywood
62.7
#1836 nationally
Tempe leads in crime level (12.9 vs 24.2). West Hollywood leads in walk score (91 vs 54). Tempe leads in cost of living index (119 vs 183).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Tempe, AZ | West Hollywood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.3 (#1328) | 62.7 (#1836) |
| Population | 189,834 | 34,349 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,636 | $997,070 |
| Median Household Income | $72,022 | $89,034 |
| Average Commute | 21.5 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 91 |
| Crime Level | 12.9 | 24.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 183 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+32.9 |
D+
68.3 Score
Tempe, AZ
Mid-size Arizona city with community character
Median Home
$465,636
Population
189,834
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
54
Southwest
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D-
62.7 Score
West Hollywood, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$997,070
Population
34,349
Crime
High
Walk Score
91
Pacific
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