Benton, AR vs Lawndale, 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.
Benton
73.9
#655 nationally
Lawndale
63.3
#1777 nationally
Lawndale leads in walk score (82 vs 17). Benton leads in cost of living index (92 vs 158). Benton leads in crime level (11.3 vs 16.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benton, AR | Lawndale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#655) | 63.3 (#1777) |
| Population | 37,558 | 30,155 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $241,204 | $786,284 |
| Median Household Income | $66,868 | $76,213 |
| Average Commute | 22.7 min | 25.8 min |
| Walk Score | 17 | 82 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 16.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.1 | D+32.9 |
C
73.9 Score
Benton, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$241,204
Population
37,558
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
17
Southwest
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D
63.3 Score
Lawndale, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$786,284
Population
30,155
Crime
High
Walk Score
82
Pacific
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