Barberton, OH vs Lancaster, 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.
Barberton
80.6
#68 nationally
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Barberton leads in crime level (8.3 vs 22.9). Barberton leads in cost of living index (83 vs 126). Barberton leads in walk score (42 vs 29).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Barberton, OH | Lancaster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 80.6 (#68) | 61.5 (#1905) |
| Population | 24,563 | 166,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $158,581 | $465,459 |
| Median Household Income | $49,289 | $71,367 |
| Average Commute | 22.7 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 8.3 | 22.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+7.0 | D+32.9 |
B-
80.6 Score
Barberton, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$158,581
Population
24,563
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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D-
61.5 Score
Lancaster, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$465,459
Population
166,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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