Central, LA vs Citrus Heights, 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.
Citrus Heights
65.5
#1627 nationally
Citrus Heights leads in walk score (43 vs 7). Central leads in crime level (7.1 vs 12.0). Central leads in cost of living index (107 vs 132).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central, LA | Citrus Heights, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,781 | 86,239 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $476,900 |
| Median Household Income | $82,714 | $75,022 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 7 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+11.1 | D+19.7 |
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Score
Central, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Population
29,781
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
7
Median Income
$82,714
Southeast
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65.5 Score
Citrus Heights, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$476,900
Population
86,239
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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