Hawthorne, CA vs San Pablo, 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.
Hawthorne
60.4
#1937 nationally
San Pablo
62.8
#1826 nationally
San Pablo leads in cost of living index (140 vs 165). Hawthorne leads in average commute (29.2 min vs 33.9 min). San Pablo leads in crime level (17.2 vs 19.9).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hawthorne, CA | San Pablo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1937) | 62.8 (#1826) |
| Population | 83,364 | 31,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $881,878 | $561,356 |
| Median Household Income | $72,298 | $72,552 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 19.9 | 17.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+38.0 |
D-
60.4 Score
Hawthorne, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$881,878
Population
83,364
Crime
High
Walk Score
72
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D-
62.8 Score
San Pablo, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$561,356
Population
31,249
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Pacific
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