Lancaster, CA vs San Pablo, 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
San Pablo
62.8
#1826 nationally
San Pablo leads in walk score (73 vs 29). San Pablo leads in crime level (17.2 vs 22.9). Lancaster leads in cost of living index (126 vs 140).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lancaster, CA | San Pablo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.5 (#1905) | 62.8 (#1826) |
| Population | 166,236 | 31,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,459 | $561,356 |
| Median Household Income | $71,367 | $72,552 |
| Average Commute | 30.9 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 22.9 | 17.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+38.0 |
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-
62.8 Score
San Pablo, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$561,356
Population
31,249
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Pacific
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