Monroe, WA vs San Leandro, 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.
Monroe
63.2
#1790 nationally
San Leandro
60.8
#1925 nationally
Monroe leads in crime level (6.5 vs 15.0). San Leandro leads in walk score (65 vs 31). Monroe leads in cost of living index (137 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monroe, WA | San Leandro, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.2 (#1790) | 60.8 (#1925) |
| Population | 19,447 | 85,784 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $722,297 | $805,034 |
| Median Household Income | $99,713 | $97,141 |
| Average Commute | 31.4 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 6.5 | 15.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.0 | D+53.6 |
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63.2 Score
Monroe, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$722,297
Population
19,447
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
31
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D-
60.8 Score
San Leandro, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$805,034
Population
85,784
Crime
High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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