Clemmons, NC 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.
Clemmons
70.3
#1111 nationally
La Mesa
62.8
#1822 nationally
La Mesa leads in walk score (60 vs 12). Clemmons leads in crime level (5.7 vs 11.4). Clemmons leads in cost of living index (106 vs 160).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clemmons, NC | La Mesa, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.3 (#1111) | 62.8 (#1822) |
| Population | 22,159 | 60,537 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $389,183 | $896,209 |
| Median Household Income | $75,667 | $83,649 |
| Average Commute | 23.2 min | 25.6 min |
| Walk Score | 12 | 60 |
| Crime Level | 5.7 | 11.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 160 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.2 | D+16.8 |
C-
70.3 Score
Clemmons, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$389,183
Population
22,159
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
12
Southeast
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D-
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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