Hawthorne, CA vs Seaside, 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
Seaside
63.7
#1750 nationally
Seaside leads in crime level (14.1 vs 19.9). Hawthorne leads in walk score (72 vs 53). Seaside leads in average commute (21.8 min vs 29.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hawthorne, CA | Seaside, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1937) | 63.7 (#1750) |
| Population | 83,364 | 31,317 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $881,878 | $800,284 |
| Median Household Income | $72,298 | $80,239 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 19.9 | 14.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+29.9 |
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
63.7 Score
Seaside, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$800,284
Population
31,317
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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