Fayetteville, AR vs Upland, 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.
Fayetteville
68
#1354 nationally
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
Fayetteville leads in average commute (18.2 min vs 30.4 min). Upland leads in median household income ($93,994 vs $56,881). Fayetteville leads in cost of living index (101 vs 158).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fayetteville, AR | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68 (#1354) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 101,680 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $384,760 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $56,881 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 18.2 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 11.6 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.7 | R+2.1 |
D+
68 Score
Fayetteville, AR
Mid-size Arkansas city with community character
Median Home
$384,760
Population
101,680
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Southwest
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D-
61.5 Score
Upland, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$823,319
Population
78,699
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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