Baldwin Park, CA vs Hickory, NC
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.
Baldwin Park
62.1
#1872 nationally
Hickory
70.8
#1056 nationally
Baldwin Park leads in walk score (55 vs 28). Hickory leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 30.5 min). Hickory leads in cost of living index (98 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baldwin Park, CA | Hickory, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1872) | 70.8 (#1056) |
| Population | 68,806 | 44,415 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $722,278 | $298,293 |
| Median Household Income | $76,002 | $58,251 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 19.6 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 98 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+38.0 |
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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C-
70.8 Score
Hickory, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$298,293
Population
44,415
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
28
Southeast
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