Gardena, CA vs Lomita, 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.
Gardena
61.9
#1883 nationally
Lomita
65.1
#1650 nationally
Lomita leads in crime level (9.7 vs 19.3). Lomita leads in median household income ($87,717 vs $75,443). Gardena leads in cost of living index (154 vs 171).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gardena, CA | Lomita, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.9 (#1883) | 65.1 (#1650) |
| Population | 58,377 | 19,782 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $792,958 | $913,537 |
| Median Household Income | $75,443 | $87,717 |
| Average Commute | 28.4 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 74 |
| Crime Level | 19.3 | 9.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 154 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D-
61.9 Score
Gardena, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$792,958
Population
58,377
Crime
High
Walk Score
75
Pacific
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D
65.1 Score
Lomita, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$913,537
Population
19,782
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
74
Pacific
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