Fullerton, CA vs Palmdale, 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.
Fullerton
60.7
#1927 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Fullerton leads in walk score (54 vs 24). Fullerton leads in average commute (30 min vs 41.3 min). Palmdale leads in cost of living index (130 vs 175).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fullerton, CA | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.7 (#1927) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 139,250 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,052,226 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $99,279 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 12.5 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 175 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | D+32.9 |
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60.7 Score
Fullerton, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,052,226
Population
139,250
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
54
Pacific
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58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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