Lynchburg, VA vs New Iberia, LA
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.
Lynchburg
74.8
#548 nationally
New Iberia
76.2
#374 nationally
Lynchburg leads in crime level (9.8 vs 27.7). New Iberia leads in walk score (43 vs 29). Lynchburg leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 21 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynchburg, VA | New Iberia, LA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.8 (#548) | 76.2 (#374) |
| Population | 79,535 | 27,080 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $267,078 | $151,501 |
| Median Household Income | $56,243 | $47,108 |
| Average Commute | 16.9 min | 21 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 9.8 | 27.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+7.9 | R+34.1 |
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74.8 Score
Lynchburg, VA
Virginia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$267,078
Population
79,535
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Northeast
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76.2 Score
New Iberia, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$151,501
Population
27,080
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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