Lodi, NJ vs Whittier, 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
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Lodi leads in crime level (4.4 vs 13.4). Lodi leads in cost of living index (136 vs 165). Lodi leads in average commute (28.6 min vs 33 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lodi, NJ | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.1 (#1254) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 25,832 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $635,738 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $80,044 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 4.4 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 165 |
| 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-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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