Lakewood, CO 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.
Lakewood
62.8
#1823 nationally
Stockton
62
#1882 nationally
Lakewood leads in crime level (21.6 vs 31.4). Lakewood leads in average commute (27 min vs 32.8 min). Lakewood leads in median household income ($82,786 vs $71,612).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lakewood, CO | Stockton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.8 (#1823) | 62 (#1882) |
| Population | 155,961 | 319,543 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $565,359 | $429,229 |
| Median Household Income | $82,786 | $71,612 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 21.6 | 31.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | R+0.9 |
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-
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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