Albany, CA vs San Clemente, 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.
Albany
68.2
#1329 nationally
San Clemente
61.6
#1899 nationally
Albany leads in walk score (84 vs 34). Albany leads in crime level (3.8 vs 5.0). San Clemente leads in average commute (28.8 min vs 31.7 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Albany, CA | San Clemente, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.2 (#1329) | 61.6 (#1899) |
| Population | 19,097 | 62,313 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,249,885 | $1,751,799 |
| Median Household Income | $124,469 | $134,730 |
| Average Commute | 31.7 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 84 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 207 | 208 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+2.6 |
D+
68.2 Score
Albany, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,249,885
Population
19,097
Crime
Low
Walk Score
84
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D-
61.6 Score
San Clemente, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,751,799
Population
62,313
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Pacific
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