Matthews, NC vs Westminster, 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.
Matthews
68.7
#1294 nationally
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (65 vs 16). Matthews leads in crime level (5.1 vs 12.0). Matthews leads in cost of living index (116 vs 171).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Matthews, NC | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.7 (#1294) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 30,934 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $514,763 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $103,405 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 16 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 5.1 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+2.6 |
D+
68.7 Score
Matthews, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$514,763
Population
30,934
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
16
Southeast
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D-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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