Pomona, CA vs Seaside, 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.
Pomona
59.7
#1945 nationally
Seaside
63.7
#1750 nationally
Seaside leads in average commute (21.8 min vs 32.1 min). Seaside leads in crime level (14.1 vs 19.6). Seaside leads in median household income ($80,239 vs $73,515).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pomona, CA | Seaside, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.7 (#1945) | 63.7 (#1750) |
| Population | 145,502 | 31,317 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $690,689 | $800,284 |
| Median Household Income | $73,515 | $80,239 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 19.6 | 14.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+29.9 |
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59.7 Score
Pomona, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$690,689
Population
145,502
Crime
High
Walk Score
52
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63.7 Score
Seaside, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$800,284
Population
31,317
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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