Anniston, AL vs Baldwin Park, 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
Baldwin Park
62.1
#1872 nationally
Baldwin Park leads in walk score (55 vs 22). Baldwin Park leads in crime level (11.1 vs 23.2). Anniston leads in cost of living index (87 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Anniston, AL | Baldwin Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#561) | 62.1 (#1872) |
| Population | 21,167 | 68,806 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,803 | $722,278 |
| Median Household Income | $45,642 | $76,002 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 55 |
| Crime Level | 23.2 | 11.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 145 |
| 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-
62.1 Score
Baldwin Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$722,278
Population
68,806
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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