Decatur, AL vs Lancaster, 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.
Decatur
73.3
#754 nationally
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Decatur leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 30.9 min). Decatur leads in cost of living index (89 vs 126). Decatur leads in crime level (16.6 vs 22.9).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Decatur, AL | Lancaster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.3 (#754) | 61.5 (#1905) |
| Population | 58,321 | 166,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $223,492 | $465,459 |
| Median Household Income | $55,164 | $71,367 |
| Average Commute | 19.6 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 16.6 | 22.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+52.6 | D+32.9 |
C
73.3 Score
Decatur, AL
Alabama community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$223,492
Population
58,321
Crime
High
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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D-
61.5 Score
Lancaster, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$465,459
Population
166,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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