Lynwood, CA vs Modesto, 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.
Lynwood
61.4
#1908 nationally
Modesto
64.2
#1712 nationally
Lynwood leads in walk score (70 vs 48). Modesto leads in crime level (18.0 vs 24.9). Modesto leads in cost of living index (130 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynwood, CA | Modesto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.4 (#1908) | 64.2 (#1712) |
| Population | 63,234 | 218,915 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $694,362 | $447,153 |
| Median Household Income | $67,350 | $73,375 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 24.9 | 18.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+11.0 |
D-
61.4 Score
Lynwood, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$694,362
Population
63,234
Crime
High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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D
64.2 Score
Modesto, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$447,153
Population
218,915
Crime
High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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