Pasadena, TX vs West Hollywood, 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
West Hollywood
62.7
#1836 nationally
West Hollywood leads in walk score (91 vs 43). Pasadena leads in cost of living index (94 vs 183). Pasadena leads in crime level (15.5 vs 24.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pasadena, TX | West Hollywood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.2 (#490) | 62.7 (#1836) |
| Population | 146,716 | 34,349 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $218,827 | $997,070 |
| Median Household Income | $64,698 | $89,034 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 91 |
| Crime Level | 15.5 | 24.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 183 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.5 | D+32.9 |
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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-
62.7 Score
West Hollywood, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$997,070
Population
34,349
Crime
High
Walk Score
91
Pacific
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