Fresno, CA vs San Leandro, 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.
Fresno
66.6
#1521 nationally
San Leandro
60.8
#1925 nationally
San Leandro leads in median household income ($97,141 vs $63,001). Fresno leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 32.6 min). Fresno leads in cost of living index (123 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fresno, CA | San Leandro, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1521) | 60.8 (#1925) |
| Population | 545,716 | 85,784 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $390,993 | $805,034 |
| Median Household Income | $63,001 | $97,141 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 20.1 | 15.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+53.6 |
D
66.6 Score
Fresno, CA
Major California city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$390,993
Population
545,716
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
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D-
60.8 Score
San Leandro, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$805,034
Population
85,784
Crime
High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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