Rocky River, OH vs Upland, 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.
Rocky River
77.9
#211 nationally
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
Rocky River leads in crime level (0.6 vs 10.1). Rocky River leads in cost of living index (106 vs 158). Rocky River leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 30.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Rocky River, OH | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.9 (#211) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 21,236 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $408,262 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $90,459 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 0.6 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+31.5 | R+2.1 |
C+
77.9 Score
Rocky River, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$408,262
Population
21,236
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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D-
61.5 Score
Upland, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$823,319
Population
78,699
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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