Lynwood, CA vs Oakland, 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
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in median household income ($85,459 vs $67,350). Lynwood leads in cost of living index (142 vs 155). Lynwood leads in average commute (30.5 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynwood, CA | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.4 (#1908) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 63,234 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $694,362 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $67,350 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 24.9 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+53.6 |
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-
62 Score
Oakland, CA
Gritty, diverse, and full of culture
Median Home
$717,798
Population
433,823
Crime
High
Schools
C
Pacific
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