Waltham, MA vs Wildomar, 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.
Waltham
66.7
#1517 nationally
Wildomar
63.3
#1787 nationally
Waltham leads in walk score (57 vs 15). Wildomar leads in crime level (2.8 vs 6.9). Waltham leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 39.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Waltham, MA | Wildomar, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1517) | 63.3 (#1787) |
| Population | 64,477 | 37,087 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $831,292 | $657,714 |
| Median Household Income | $113,443 | $89,912 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 39.2 min |
| Walk Score | 57 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 6.9 | 2.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 164 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.5 | R+1.3 |
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66.7 Score
Waltham, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$831,292
Population
64,477
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Northeast
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63.3 Score
Wildomar, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$657,714
Population
37,087
Crime
Low
Walk Score
15
Pacific
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