Lakewood, CO vs West Covina, 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
West Covina
62.4
#1862 nationally
West Covina leads in crime level (6.6 vs 21.6). Lakewood leads in average commute (27 min vs 33 min). Lakewood leads in cost of living index (135 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lakewood, CO | West Covina, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.8 (#1823) | 62.4 (#1862) |
| Population | 155,961 | 105,617 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $565,359 | $849,988 |
| Median Household Income | $82,786 | $96,219 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 21.6 | 6.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+32.9 |
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-
62.4 Score
West Covina, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$849,988
Population
105,617
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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