Benicia, CA vs San Marcos, 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.
Benicia
66.9
#1481 nationally
San Marcos
62.2
#1870 nationally
Benicia leads in crime level (3.7 vs 6.1). San Marcos leads in average commute (26.7 min vs 33.5 min). Benicia leads in median household income ($124,375 vs $99,413).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benicia, CA | San Marcos, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1481) | 62.2 (#1870) |
| Population | 26,429 | 94,188 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $784,805 | $953,736 |
| Median Household Income | $124,375 | $99,413 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 26.7 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 6.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 168 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.0 | D+16.8 |
D
66.9 Score
Benicia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$784,805
Population
26,429
Crime
Low
Walk Score
34
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D-
62.2 Score
San Marcos, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$953,736
Population
94,188
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Pacific
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