University Place, WA vs Whittier, 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.
University Place
64.4
#1696 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
University Place leads in crime level (6.5 vs 13.4). Whittier leads in walk score (64 vs 32). University Place leads in cost of living index (132 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | University Place, WA | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.4 (#1696) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 35,049 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $662,353 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $89,658 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 27.5 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 6.5 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.8 | D+32.9 |
D
64.4 Score
University Place, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$662,353
Population
35,049
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
32
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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