Kingston, NY vs Montebello, 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.
Montebello
61.4
#1909 nationally
Kingston leads in cost of living index (108 vs 156). Kingston leads in crime level (9.6 vs 13.6). Kingston leads in average commute (22.9 min vs 32.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Kingston, NY | Montebello, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,777 | 60,015 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $825,165 |
| Median Household Income | $62,071 | $72,317 |
| Average Commute | 22.9 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 66 |
| Crime Level | 9.6 | 13.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 156 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+18.7 | D+32.9 |
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Score
Kingston, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
23,777
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
Median Income
$62,071
Northeast
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D-
61.4 Score
Montebello, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$825,165
Population
60,015
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
66
Pacific
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