Santee, CA vs Sherwood, OR
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.
Santee
63.4
#1773 nationally
Sherwood
71.2
#1014 nationally
Sherwood leads in crime level (3.6 vs 7.0). Sherwood leads in average commute (24.5 min vs 28.6 min). Sherwood leads in cost of living index (137 vs 154).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Santee, CA | Sherwood, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.4 (#1773) | 71.2 (#1014) |
| Population | 59,478 | 19,957 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $795,105 | $629,598 |
| Median Household Income | $101,777 | $109,770 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 7.0 | 3.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 154 | 137 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+16.8 | D+34.0 |
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63.4 Score
Santee, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$795,105
Population
59,478
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
Pacific
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71.2 Score
Sherwood, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$629,598
Population
19,957
Crime
Low
Walk Score
38
Pacific
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