Pasadena, CA vs University City, MO
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.
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
University City
78.3
#186 nationally
University City leads in cost of living index (108 vs 197). University City leads in crime level (8.2 vs 13.2). University City leads in average commute (20.4 min vs 27.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pasadena, CA | University City, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.6 (#1898) | 78.3 (#186) |
| Population | 133,560 | 34,096 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,206,740 | $272,576 |
| Median Household Income | $97,818 | $71,888 |
| Average Commute | 27.9 min | 20.4 min |
| Walk Score | 69 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 13.2 | 8.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 197 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+23.4 |
D-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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C+
78.3 Score
University City, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$272,576
Population
34,096
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
58
Midwest
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