Lincoln, CA vs Norco, 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.
Lincoln
72.8
#830 nationally
Norco
62.6
#1841 nationally
Lincoln leads in walk score (84 vs 24). Lincoln leads in crime level (2.6 vs 4.0). Norco leads in median household income ($120,636 vs $99,434).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lincoln, CA | Norco, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#830) | 62.6 (#1841) |
| Population | 54,538 | 25,398 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $645,264 | $925,367 |
| Median Household Income | $99,434 | $120,636 |
| Average Commute | 29.3 min | 34.2 min |
| Walk Score | 84 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 2.6 | 4.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 153 | 163 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.5 | R+1.3 |
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72.8 Score
Lincoln, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$645,264
Population
54,538
Crime
Low
Walk Score
84
Pacific
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62.6 Score
Norco, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$925,367
Population
25,398
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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