Kingston, NY vs Monterey Park, 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.
Monterey Park
63.4
#1770 nationally
Kingston leads in cost of living index (108 vs 169). Monterey Park leads in crime level (7.5 vs 9.6). Kingston leads in average commute (22.9 min vs 28.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Kingston, NY | Monterey Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,777 | 57,877 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $926,209 |
| Median Household Income | $62,071 | $76,892 |
| Average Commute | 22.9 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 9.6 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 169 |
| 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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63.4 Score
Monterey Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$926,209
Population
57,877
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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