Atascadero, CA vs Vista, 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.
Atascadero
65.4
#1633 nationally
Vista
63.3
#1784 nationally
Atascadero leads in crime level (4.9 vs 8.7). Vista leads in walk score (46 vs 27). Atascadero leads in average commute (22.8 min vs 27.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Atascadero, CA | Vista, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.4 (#1633) | 63.3 (#1784) |
| Population | 29,700 | 98,344 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,600 | $879,716 |
| Median Household Income | $88,984 | $88,715 |
| Average Commute | 22.8 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 4.9 | 8.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.9 | D+16.8 |
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65.4 Score
Atascadero, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$787,600
Population
29,700
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
27
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D
63.3 Score
Vista, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$879,716
Population
98,344
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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