Fresno, CA vs San Mateo, 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 Mateo
63
#1808 nationally
San Mateo leads in crime level (6.7 vs 20.1). San Mateo leads in median household income ($149,152 vs $63,001). Fresno leads in cost of living index (123 vs 249).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fresno, CA | San Mateo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1521) | 63 (#1808) |
| Population | 545,716 | 101,327 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $390,993 | $1,685,162 |
| Median Household Income | $63,001 | $149,152 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 28.5 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 20.1 | 6.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 249 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+50.3 |
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
63 Score
San Mateo, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,685,162
Population
101,327
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
68
Pacific
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