Arcadia, CA vs Redwood City, 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.
Arcadia
60.7
#1926 nationally
Redwood City
60.8
#1924 nationally
Arcadia leads in crime level (6.3 vs 12.9). Redwood City leads in median household income ($145,620 vs $108,214). Redwood City leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 30.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arcadia, CA | Redwood City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.7 (#1926) | 60.8 (#1924) |
| Population | 54,157 | 80,996 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,395,544 | $1,893,533 |
| Median Household Income | $108,214 | $145,620 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 12.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 225 | 269 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+50.3 |
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
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D-
60.8 Score
Redwood City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,893,533
Population
80,996
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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