Glendale, AZ vs Millbrae, 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.
Glendale
66.3
#1555 nationally
Millbrae
62.1
#1874 nationally
Glendale leads in cost of living index (109 vs 287). Millbrae leads in crime level (5.6 vs 13.4). Millbrae leads in median household income ($146,649 vs $66,375).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glendale, AZ | Millbrae, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.3 (#1555) | 62.1 (#1874) |
| Population | 253,855 | 22,087 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $405,789 | $2,055,633 |
| Median Household Income | $66,375 | $146,649 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 28.7 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 55 |
| Crime Level | 13.4 | 5.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 287 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+50.3 |
D
66.3 Score
Glendale, AZ
Growing Arizona city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$405,789
Population
253,855
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
40
Southwest
View Glendale, AZ →
D-
62.1 Score
Millbrae, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$2,055,633
Population
22,087
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
55
Pacific
View Millbrae, CA →
Try a different matchup
Swap Glendale for: