Herndon, VA vs Simi Valley, 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.
Herndon
68.4
#1320 nationally
Simi Valley
67.3
#1445 nationally
Simi Valley leads in crime level (3.5 vs 6.6). Herndon leads in walk score (51 vs 39). Herndon leads in cost of living index (145 vs 176).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Herndon, VA | Simi Valley, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.4 (#1320) | 67.3 (#1445) |
| Population | 24,935 | 125,113 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $734,699 | $841,774 |
| Median Household Income | $133,403 | $112,144 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 176 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+35.0 | D+15.1 |
D+
68.4 Score
Herndon, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$734,699
Population
24,935
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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D+
67.3 Score
Simi Valley, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$841,774
Population
125,113
Crime
Low
Walk Score
39
Pacific
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