Lodi, NJ vs Monterey Park, 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.
Lodi
69.1
#1254 nationally
Monterey Park
63.4
#1770 nationally
Lodi leads in crime level (4.4 vs 7.5). Lodi leads in cost of living index (136 vs 169). Lodi leads in walk score (72 vs 64).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lodi, NJ | Monterey Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.1 (#1254) | 63.4 (#1770) |
| Population | 25,832 | 57,877 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $635,738 | $926,209 |
| Median Household Income | $80,044 | $76,892 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 4.4 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 169 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+32.9 |
D+
69.1 Score
Lodi, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$635,738
Population
25,832
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
72
Northeast
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D
63.4 Score
Monterey Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$926,209
Population
57,877
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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