Burlington, NC vs Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Burlington
68.8
#1278 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga
63
#1806 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga leads in crime level (8.0 vs 26.1). Rancho Cucamonga leads in median household income ($105,534 vs $52,963). Burlington leads in cost of living index (92 vs 159).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Burlington, NC | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1278) | 63 (#1806) |
| Population | 60,032 | 174,405 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $257,731 | $788,806 |
| Median Household Income | $52,963 | $105,534 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 26.1 | 8.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 159 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.2 | R+2.1 |
D+
68.8 Score
Burlington, NC
North Carolina community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$257,731
Population
60,032
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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D
63 Score
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$788,806
Population
174,405
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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