Alhambra, CA vs Buena Park, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alhambra
63.8
#1735 nationally
Buena Park
63.8
#1736 nationally
Buena Park leads in median household income ($101,586 vs $80,234). Alhambra leads in walk score (71 vs 57). Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 6.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Buena Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 63.8 (#1736) |
| Population | 79,776 | 81,958 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $942,568 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $101,586 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 29.7 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 6.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 167 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+2.6 |
D
63.8 Score
Alhambra, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$927,695
Population
79,776
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
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D
63.8 Score
Buena Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$942,568
Population
81,958
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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