Monrovia, CA vs Seal Beach, 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.
Monrovia
63.1
#1798 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Monrovia leads in crime level (8.7 vs 13.2). Monrovia leads in walk score (62 vs 41). Monrovia leads in median household income ($93,827 vs $75,507).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monrovia, CA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.1 (#1798) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 36,768 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $993,177 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $93,827 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 30.7 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 176 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+2.6 |
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63.1 Score
Monrovia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$993,177
Population
36,768
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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