Hampton, VA vs Stockton, 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.
Hampton
73.9
#659 nationally
Stockton
62
#1882 nationally
Hampton leads in crime level (6.8 vs 31.4). Hampton leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 32.8 min). Stockton leads in walk score (44 vs 33).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hampton, VA | Stockton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#659) | 62 (#1882) |
| Population | 137,098 | 319,543 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,594 | $429,229 |
| Median Household Income | $64,430 | $71,612 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 31.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.9 | R+0.9 |
C
73.9 Score
Hampton, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$282,594
Population
137,098
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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D-
62 Score
Stockton, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$429,229
Population
319,543
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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