Buffalo, NY vs Camarillo, 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.
Buffalo
74.2
#613 nationally
Camarillo
68.1
#1343 nationally
Camarillo leads in median household income ($105,141 vs $42,891). Buffalo leads in cost of living index (88 vs 174). Buffalo leads in walk score (66 vs 43).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Buffalo, NY | Camarillo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.2 (#613) | 68.1 (#1343) |
| Population | 276,807 | 69,514 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $249,040 | $922,464 |
| Median Household Income | $42,891 | $105,141 |
| Average Commute | 22.4 min | 23.2 min |
| Walk Score | 66 | 43 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 3.5 |
| School Rating | 4.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 174 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.7 | D+15.1 |
C
74.2 Score
Buffalo, NY
Queen City rising
Median Home
$249,040
Population
276,807
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Northeast
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D+
68.1 Score
Camarillo, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$922,464
Population
69,514
Crime
Low
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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