Staunton, VA vs Union City, 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.
Staunton
75.3
#477 nationally
Union City
60
#1943 nationally
Staunton leads in crime level (3.9 vs 11.2). Union City leads in median household income ($138,013 vs $59,731). Staunton leads in cost of living index (101 vs 201).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Staunton, VA | Union City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.3 (#477) | 60 (#1943) |
| Population | 25,915 | 65,414 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,190 | $1,223,080 |
| Median Household Income | $59,731 | $138,013 |
| Average Commute | 22.1 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 201 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.4 | D+53.6 |
C
75.3 Score
Staunton, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$319,190
Population
25,915
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Northeast
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D-
60 Score
Union City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,223,080
Population
65,414
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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