Valley Stream, NY vs Whittier, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Valley Stream
64.4
#1697 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Valley Stream leads in crime level (6.9 vs 13.4). Valley Stream leads in median household income ($122,048 vs $89,686). Whittier leads in average commute (33 min vs 42.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Valley Stream, NY | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.4 (#1697) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 40,007 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $776,097 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $122,048 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 42.3 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 69 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 6.9 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 144 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.2 | D+32.9 |
D
64.4 Score
Valley Stream, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Median Home
$776,097
Population
40,007
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
69
Northeast
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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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