Washington, DC vs West Haven, CT
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.
Washington
66.2
#1580 nationally
West Haven
75.7
#432 nationally
West Haven leads in crime level (2.9 vs 25.4). Washington leads in walk score (98 vs 48). West Haven leads in cost of living index (109 vs 181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Washington, DC | West Haven, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1580) | 75.7 (#432) |
| Population | 678,972 | 54,790 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $576,796 | $368,011 |
| Median Household Income | $101,722 | $72,827 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 23.2 min |
| Walk Score | 98 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 25.4 | 2.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 181 | 109 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+86.1 | N/A |
D
66.2 Score
Washington, DC
Major District of Columbia city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$576,796
Population
678,972
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
98
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C
75.7 Score
West Haven, CT
Connecticut community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$368,011
Population
54,790
Crime
Low
Walk Score
48
Northeast
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