Bedford, TX vs Citrus Heights, 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.
Bedford
75.5
#446 nationally
Citrus Heights
65.5
#1627 nationally
Bedford leads in crime level (3.9 vs 12.0). Bedford leads in cost of living index (106 vs 132). Bedford leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 27.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bedford, TX | Citrus Heights, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#446) | 65.5 (#1627) |
| Population | 48,370 | 86,239 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $376,909 | $476,900 |
| Median Household Income | $80,924 | $75,022 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.1 | D+19.7 |
C
75.5 Score
Bedford, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$376,909
Population
48,370
Crime
Low
Walk Score
44
Southwest
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D
65.5 Score
Citrus Heights, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$476,900
Population
86,239
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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