Baldwin Park, CA vs Palmdale, 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.
Baldwin Park
62.1
#1872 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Baldwin Park leads in walk score (55 vs 24). Baldwin Park leads in crime level (11.1 vs 15.1). Baldwin Park leads in average commute (30.5 min vs 41.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baldwin Park, CA | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1872) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 68,806 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $722,278 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $76,002 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
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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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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