Orinda, CA vs Wildomar, 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.
Orinda
60
#1942 nationally
Wildomar
63.3
#1787 nationally
Orinda leads in median household income ($250,001 vs $89,912). Wildomar leads in cost of living index (140 vs 275). Orinda leads in crime level (1.6 vs 2.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Orinda, CA | Wildomar, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60 (#1942) | 63.3 (#1787) |
| Population | 19,364 | 37,087 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,987,799 | $657,714 |
| Median Household Income | $250,001 | $89,912 |
| Average Commute | 35.6 min | 39.2 min |
| Walk Score | 9 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 2.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 275 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+38.0 | R+1.3 |
D-
60 Score
Orinda, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,987,799
Population
19,364
Crime
Low
Walk Score
9
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D
63.3 Score
Wildomar, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$657,714
Population
37,087
Crime
Low
Walk Score
15
Pacific
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