Biddeford, ME vs Turlock, 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.
Biddeford
66.9
#1482 nationally
Turlock
66.1
#1589 nationally
Biddeford leads in crime level (8.6 vs 13.0). Turlock leads in median household income ($74,559 vs $63,261). Biddeford leads in cost of living index (113 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Biddeford, ME | Turlock, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1482) | 66.1 (#1589) |
| Population | 22,367 | 72,100 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $517,712 | $485,596 |
| Median Household Income | $63,261 | $74,559 |
| Average Commute | 23 min | 25.7 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | 13.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 113 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.5 | R+11.0 |
D
66.9 Score
Biddeford, ME
Small Maine city with local appeal
Median Home
$517,712
Population
22,367
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Northeast
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D
66.1 Score
Turlock, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$485,596
Population
72,100
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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