Waynesboro, VA vs Westminster, 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.
Waynesboro
70.4
#1109 nationally
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (65 vs 31). Waynesboro leads in crime level (6.7 vs 12.0). Waynesboro leads in cost of living index (101 vs 171).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Waynesboro, VA | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.4 (#1109) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 23,182 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $320,177 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $52,519 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 6.7 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.7 | D+2.6 |
C-
70.4 Score
Waynesboro, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$320,177
Population
23,182
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
31
Northeast
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D-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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