Golden Valley, MN vs Pacifica, 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.
Golden Valley
75.7
#424 nationally
Pacifica
64.7
#1680 nationally
Golden Valley leads in crime level (1.8 vs 4.0). Golden Valley leads in cost of living index (121 vs 211). Pacifica leads in walk score (45 vs 28).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Golden Valley, MN | Pacifica, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.7 (#424) | 64.7 (#1680) |
| Population | 21,211 | 36,426 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $446,491 | $1,276,738 |
| Median Household Income | $110,026 | $151,849 |
| Average Commute | 20.2 min | 29 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 45 |
| Crime Level | 1.8 | 4.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 121 | 211 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+50.3 |
C
75.7 Score
Golden Valley, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$446,491
Population
21,211
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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D
64.7 Score
Pacifica, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,276,738
Population
36,426
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
45
Pacific
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