Reno, NV vs Whittier, 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.
Reno
67.4
#1431 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Reno leads in average commute (21.4 min vs 33 min). Reno leads in cost of living index (112 vs 165). Whittier leads in walk score (64 vs 48).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Reno, NV | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.4 (#1431) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 273,448 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $576,945 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $68,521 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 64 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 13.4 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+1.0 | D+32.9 |
D+
67.4 Score
Reno, NV
Biggest Little City with big potential
Median Home
$576,945
Population
273,448
Crime
Moderate
Schools
C+
West
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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