Sandy, UT vs Walnut, 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.
Sandy
70.7
#1076 nationally
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Sandy leads in cost of living index (129 vs 197). Sandy leads in average commute (23.4 min vs 35.1 min). Sandy leads in crime level (2.9 vs 3.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Sandy, UT | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.7 (#1076) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 91,943 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $667,692 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $108,165 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.2 | D+32.9 |
C-
70.7 Score
Sandy, UT
Utah community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$667,692
Population
91,943
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
West
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D
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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