Lancaster, CA vs Montclair, 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.
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Montclair
60.8
#1923 nationally
Montclair leads in walk score (57 vs 29). Montclair leads in crime level (17.6 vs 22.9). Lancaster leads in cost of living index (126 vs 139).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lancaster, CA | Montclair, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.5 (#1905) | 60.8 (#1923) |
| Population | 166,236 | 37,545 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,459 | $661,144 |
| Median Household Income | $71,367 | $72,789 |
| Average Commute | 30.9 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 22.9 | 17.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 139 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+2.1 |
D-
61.5 Score
Lancaster, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$465,459
Population
166,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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D-
60.8 Score
Montclair, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$661,144
Population
37,545
Crime
High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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