Long Beach, NY vs Walnut, 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.
Long Beach
67.8
#1381 nationally
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Long Beach leads in walk score (68 vs 32). Long Beach leads in crime level (2.1 vs 3.5). Long Beach leads in cost of living index (162 vs 197).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Long Beach, NY | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.8 (#1381) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 34,595 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $810,461 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $125,974 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 41.4 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 68 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 2.1 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 162 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.2 | D+32.9 |
D+
67.8 Score
Long Beach, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Median Home
$810,461
Population
34,595
Crime
Low
Walk Score
68
Northeast
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D
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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