Chula Vista, CA vs Palmdale, 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.
Chula Vista
62
#1878 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Chula Vista leads in walk score (46 vs 24). Chula Vista leads in crime level (10.3 vs 15.1). Chula Vista leads in average commute (29.1 min vs 41.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Chula Vista, CA | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1878) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 274,333 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $847,037 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $101,984 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 29.1 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 10.3 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 159 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+16.8 | D+32.9 |
D-
62 Score
Chula Vista, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$847,037
Population
274,333
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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