Manassas, VA vs San Marcos, 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.
Manassas
67
#1474 nationally
San Marcos
62.2
#1870 nationally
Manassas leads in cost of living index (125 vs 166). Manassas leads in walk score (43 vs 33). San Marcos leads in average commute (26.7 min vs 34 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Manassas, VA | San Marcos, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1474) | 62.2 (#1870) |
| Population | 42,696 | 94,188 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $556,241 | $953,736 |
| Median Household Income | $110,559 | $99,413 |
| Average Commute | 34 min | 26.7 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 6.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.8 | D+16.8 |
D+
67 Score
Manassas, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$556,241
Population
42,696
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Northeast
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D-
62.2 Score
San Marcos, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$953,736
Population
94,188
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Pacific
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