Manchester, NH vs Modesto, 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.
Manchester
69.9
#1157 nationally
Modesto
64.2
#1712 nationally
Manchester leads in crime level (9.2 vs 18.0). Manchester leads in average commute (24.2 min vs 29.4 min). Manchester leads in cost of living index (111 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Manchester, NH | Modesto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.9 (#1157) | 64.2 (#1712) |
| Population | 115,474 | 218,915 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $444,613 | $447,153 |
| Median Household Income | $74,040 | $73,375 |
| Average Commute | 24.2 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 9.2 | 18.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.9 | R+11.0 |
D+
69.9 Score
Manchester, NH
Mid-size New Hampshire city with community character
Median Home
$444,613
Population
115,474
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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D
64.2 Score
Modesto, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$447,153
Population
218,915
Crime
High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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