Greer, SC 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.
Greer
70.3
#1114 nationally
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Greer leads in crime level (9.4 vs 22.9). Greer leads in cost of living index (99 vs 126). Greer leads in average commute (24.9 min vs 30.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Greer, SC | Lancaster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.3 (#1114) | 61.5 (#1905) |
| Population | 44,387 | 166,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $353,318 | $465,459 |
| Median Household Income | $73,534 | $71,367 |
| Average Commute | 24.9 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 9.4 | 22.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+22.2 | D+32.9 |
C-
70.3 Score
Greer, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$353,318
Population
44,387
Crime
Moderate
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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