West Melbourne, FL vs Westminster, 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.
West Melbourne
72.6
#867 nationally
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (65 vs 22). West Melbourne leads in crime level (4.2 vs 12.0). West Melbourne leads in cost of living index (114 vs 171).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | West Melbourne, FL | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.6 (#867) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 29,144 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $374,472 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $86,398 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 4.2 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 114 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | D+2.6 |
C-
72.6 Score
West Melbourne, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$374,472
Population
29,144
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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D-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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