Anniston, AL vs Arcadia, 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.
Anniston
74.7
#561 nationally
Arcadia
60.7
#1926 nationally
Arcadia leads in crime level (6.3 vs 23.2). Anniston leads in cost of living index (87 vs 225). Arcadia leads in walk score (54 vs 22).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Anniston, AL | Arcadia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#561) | 60.7 (#1926) |
| Population | 21,167 | 54,157 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,803 | $1,395,544 |
| Median Household Income | $45,642 | $108,214 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 23.2 | 6.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 225 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+44.8 | D+32.9 |
C
74.7 Score
Anniston, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$146,803
Population
21,167
Crime
High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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D-
60.7 Score
Arcadia, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,395,544
Population
54,157
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
Pacific
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