Mauldin, SC vs Palmdale, 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.
Mauldin
73.5
#725 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Mauldin leads in crime level (6.0 vs 15.1). Mauldin leads in average commute (21.4 min vs 41.3 min). Mauldin leads in cost of living index (100 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mauldin, SC | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.5 (#725) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 28,010 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $299,697 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $75,565 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+22.2 | D+32.9 |
C
73.5 Score
Mauldin, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$299,697
Population
28,010
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
20
Southeast
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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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