Florence, KY vs Whittier, 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.
Florence
73.8
#672 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Florence leads in crime level (6.4 vs 13.4). Whittier leads in walk score (64 vs 33). Florence leads in cost of living index (94 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Florence, KY | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.8 (#672) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 32,917 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $290,152 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $67,352 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 6.4 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+37.2 | D+32.9 |
C
73.8 Score
Florence, KY
Small Kentucky city with local appeal
Median Home
$290,152
Population
32,917
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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