Alhambra, CA vs Niagara Falls, NY
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
Niagara Falls
78.8
#160 nationally
Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 13.7). Niagara Falls leads in cost of living index (92 vs 169). Alhambra leads in median household income ($80,234 vs $45,932).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Niagara Falls, NY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 78.8 (#160) |
| Population | 79,776 | 47,599 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $175,991 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $45,932 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 18.8 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 51 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 13.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+14.9 |
D
63.8 Score
Alhambra, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$927,695
Population
79,776
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
Pacific
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C+
78.8 Score
Niagara Falls, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Median Home
$175,991
Population
47,599
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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