Universal City, TX 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.
Universal City
74.6
#577 nationally
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
Universal City leads in cost of living index (99 vs 158). Universal City leads in crime level (7.1 vs 10.1). Upland leads in walk score (48 vs 36).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Universal City, TX | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.6 (#577) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 20,028 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $266,030 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $71,287 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 28.2 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.8 | R+2.1 |
C
74.6 Score
Universal City, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$266,030
Population
20,028
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
Southwest
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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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