Lynwood, CA vs Pasadena, 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
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
Pasadena leads in crime level (13.2 vs 24.9). Pasadena leads in median household income ($97,818 vs $67,350). Lynwood leads in cost of living index (142 vs 197).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynwood, CA | Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.4 (#1908) | 61.6 (#1898) |
| Population | 63,234 | 133,560 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $694,362 | $1,206,740 |
| Median Household Income | $67,350 | $97,818 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 24.9 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D-
61.4 Score
Lynwood, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$694,362
Population
63,234
Crime
High
Walk Score
70
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D-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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