Gardena, CA vs Seal Beach, 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
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Gardena leads in walk score (75 vs 41). Seal Beach leads in crime level (13.2 vs 19.3). Gardena leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gardena, CA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.9 (#1883) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 58,377 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $792,958 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $75,443 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 28.4 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 19.3 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 154 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+2.6 |
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61.9 Score
Gardena, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$792,958
Population
58,377
Crime
High
Walk Score
75
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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