Hayward, CA vs Pompano Beach, FL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hayward
61.7
#1891 nationally
Pompano Beach
69.7
#1177 nationally
Pompano Beach leads in crime level (6.5 vs 13.1). Hayward leads in median household income ($105,371 vs $61,155). Pompano Beach leads in cost of living index (111 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hayward, CA | Pompano Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.7 (#1891) | 69.7 (#1177) |
| Population | 155,675 | 113,619 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $831,558 | $354,605 |
| Median Household Income | $105,371 | $61,155 |
| Average Commute | 34.2 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 57 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 13.1 | 6.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+17.0 |
D-
61.7 Score
Hayward, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$831,558
Population
155,675
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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D+
69.7 Score
Pompano Beach, FL
Mid-size Florida city with community character
Median Home
$354,605
Population
113,619
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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