Brentwood, CA 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.
Brentwood
62.1
#1873 nationally
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Brentwood leads in crime level (6.6 vs 22.9). Brentwood leads in median household income ($134,689 vs $71,367). Lancaster leads in cost of living index (126 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brentwood, CA | Lancaster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1873) | 61.5 (#1905) |
| Population | 65,126 | 166,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $794,713 | $465,459 |
| Median Household Income | $134,689 | $71,367 |
| Average Commute | 41.1 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 22.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+38.0 | D+32.9 |
D-
62.1 Score
Brentwood, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$794,713
Population
65,126
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
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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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