Bristol, CT vs Pomona, 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.
Bristol
75.4
#457 nationally
Pomona
59.7
#1945 nationally
Bristol leads in crime level (1.6 vs 19.6). Pomona leads in walk score (52 vs 33). Bristol leads in cost of living index (110 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bristol, CT | Pomona, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.4 (#457) | 59.7 (#1945) |
| Population | 61,601 | 145,502 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,168 | $690,689 |
| Median Household Income | $82,094 | $73,515 |
| Average Commute | 25.4 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 52 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 19.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 110 | 145 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | N/A | D+32.9 |
C
75.4 Score
Bristol, CT
Connecticut community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$352,168
Population
61,601
Crime
Low
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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59.7 Score
Pomona, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$690,689
Population
145,502
Crime
High
Walk Score
52
Pacific
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