Bothell, WA vs Goleta, 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.
Bothell
65.7
#1610 nationally
Goleta
65.8
#1608 nationally
Bothell leads in crime level (3.0 vs 5.6). Goleta leads in average commute (18 min vs 30.2 min). Goleta leads in walk score (44 vs 29).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bothell, WA | Goleta, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.7 (#1610) | 65.8 (#1608) |
| Population | 50,213 | 32,665 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,015,871 | $1,364,943 |
| Median Household Income | $127,944 | $113,889 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 18 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 3.0 | 5.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 162 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+26.7 |
D
65.7 Score
Bothell, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,015,871
Population
50,213
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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D
65.8 Score
Goleta, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,364,943
Population
32,665
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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