Compton, CA vs Montebello, 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
Montebello
61.4
#1909 nationally
Montebello leads in crime level (13.6 vs 34.8). Compton leads in cost of living index (139 vs 156). Compton leads in average commute (30.8 min vs 32.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Compton, CA | Montebello, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1935) | 61.4 (#1909) |
| Population | 90,986 | 60,015 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $645,439 | $825,165 |
| Median Household Income | $69,728 | $72,317 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 66 |
| Crime Level | 34.8 | 13.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 139 | 156 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
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-
61.4 Score
Montebello, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$825,165
Population
60,015
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
66
Pacific
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