Compton, CA vs Irvine, 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.
Compton
60.4
#1935 nationally
Irvine
67.2
#1452 nationally
Irvine leads in median household income ($116,519 vs $69,728). Compton leads in walk score (65 vs 44). Compton leads in cost of living index (139 vs 178).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Compton, CA | Irvine, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1935) | 67.2 (#1452) |
| Population | 90,986 | 307,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $645,439 | $1,517,431 |
| Median Household Income | $69,728 | $116,519 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 25.8 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 34.8 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 9.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 139 | 178 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+2.6 |
D-
60.4 Score
Compton, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$645,439
Population
90,986
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
65
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D+
67.2 Score
Irvine, CA
Master-planned perfection in Southern California
Median Home
$1,517,431
Population
307,670
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A+
Pacific
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