Crystal, MN vs Pico Rivera, 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.
Crystal
75
#509 nationally
Pico Rivera
62.5
#1852 nationally
Crystal leads in crime level (7.7 vs 12.8). Crystal leads in cost of living index (105 vs 148). Pico Rivera leads in walk score (59 vs 44).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Crystal, MN | Pico Rivera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#509) | 62.5 (#1852) |
| Population | 21,906 | 59,189 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $323,618 | $753,964 |
| Median Household Income | $86,288 | $82,539 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 59 |
| Crime Level | 7.7 | 12.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+32.9 |
C
75 Score
Crystal, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,618
Population
21,906
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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D-
62.5 Score
Pico Rivera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$753,964
Population
59,189
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
59
Pacific
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