Lakewood, CO vs Lemoore, 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.
Lakewood
62.8
#1823 nationally
Lemoore
69.9
#1156 nationally
Lemoore leads in crime level (11.3 vs 21.6). Lemoore leads in average commute (22 min vs 27 min). Lemoore leads in cost of living index (119 vs 135).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lakewood, CO | Lemoore, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.8 (#1823) | 69.9 (#1156) |
| Population | 155,961 | 26,809 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $565,359 | $386,855 |
| Median Household Income | $82,786 | $78,366 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 22 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 21.6 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | R+23.0 |
D-
62.8 Score
Lakewood, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$565,359
Population
155,961
Crime
High
Walk Score
43
West
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D+
69.9 Score
Lemoore, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$386,855
Population
26,809
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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