Pasadena, TX vs San Pablo, 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.
Pasadena
75.2
#490 nationally
San Pablo
62.8
#1826 nationally
San Pablo leads in walk score (73 vs 43). Pasadena leads in cost of living index (94 vs 140). Pasadena leads in average commute (25.7 min vs 33.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pasadena, TX | San Pablo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.2 (#490) | 62.8 (#1826) |
| Population | 146,716 | 31,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $218,827 | $561,356 |
| Median Household Income | $64,698 | $72,552 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 15.5 | 17.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.5 | D+38.0 |
C
75.2 Score
Pasadena, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$218,827
Population
146,716
Crime
High
Walk Score
43
Southwest
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D-
62.8 Score
San Pablo, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$561,356
Population
31,249
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Pacific
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