Battle Ground, WA vs Hayward, 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.
Battle Ground
68.3
#1323 nationally
Hayward
61.7
#1891 nationally
Battle Ground leads in crime level (2.2 vs 13.1). Hayward leads in walk score (57 vs 32). Battle Ground leads in cost of living index (125 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Battle Ground, WA | Hayward, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.3 (#1323) | 61.7 (#1891) |
| Population | 22,285 | 155,675 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $608,297 | $831,558 |
| Median Household Income | $94,360 | $105,371 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 34.2 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 2.2 | 13.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+7.0 | D+53.6 |
D+
68.3 Score
Battle Ground, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$608,297
Population
22,285
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
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D-
61.7 Score
Hayward, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$831,558
Population
155,675
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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