Sebastian, FL 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.
Sebastian
68.5
#1315 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Whittier leads in walk score (64 vs 15). Sebastian leads in crime level (4.2 vs 13.4). Sebastian leads in cost of living index (109 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Sebastian, FL | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.5 (#1315) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 26,846 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $350,279 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $65,650 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 31.5 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 15 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 4.2 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | D+32.9 |
D+
68.5 Score
Sebastian, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$350,279
Population
26,846
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
15
Southeast
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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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