Azusa, CA vs La Mesa, 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.
Azusa
64.6
#1682 nationally
La Mesa
62.8
#1822 nationally
Azusa leads in crime level (7.4 vs 11.4). La Mesa leads in average commute (25.6 min vs 30.3 min). Azusa leads in cost of living index (145 vs 160).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Azusa, CA | La Mesa, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.6 (#1682) | 62.8 (#1822) |
| Population | 48,272 | 60,537 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $717,940 | $896,209 |
| Median Household Income | $81,516 | $83,649 |
| Average Commute | 30.3 min | 25.6 min |
| Walk Score | 58 | 60 |
| Crime Level | 7.4 | 11.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 160 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+16.8 |
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64.6 Score
Azusa, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$717,940
Population
48,272
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
58
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62.8 Score
La Mesa, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$896,209
Population
60,537
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
60
Pacific
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