Glendale, CA vs South Gate, 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.
Glendale
62.9
#1813 nationally
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
Glendale leads in crime level (7.9 vs 14.4). South Gate leads in cost of living index (144 vs 193). Glendale leads in median household income ($81,219 vs $67,188).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glendale, CA | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.9 (#1813) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 187,050 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,197,708 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $81,219 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 27.6 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 193 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D-
62.9 Score
Glendale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,197,708
Population
187,050
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
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D-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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