Monterey, CA vs Torrington, CT
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.
Monterey
62.7
#1834 nationally
Torrington
75.8
#420 nationally
Torrington leads in crime level (2.2 vs 10.5). Torrington leads in cost of living index (102 vs 192). Monterey leads in walk score (53 vs 36).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monterey, CA | Torrington, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1834) | 75.8 (#420) |
| Population | 29,116 | 35,550 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,179,065 | $303,023 |
| Median Household Income | $98,003 | $66,616 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 10.5 | 2.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 192 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+29.9 | N/A |
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62.7 Score
Monterey, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,179,065
Population
29,116
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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75.8 Score
Torrington, CT
Small Connecticut city with local appeal
Median Home
$303,023
Population
35,550
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Northeast
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