Gardena, CA vs West Hollywood, 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.
Gardena
61.9
#1883 nationally
West Hollywood
62.7
#1836 nationally
Gardena leads in crime level (19.3 vs 24.2). West Hollywood leads in walk score (91 vs 75). Gardena leads in cost of living index (154 vs 183).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gardena, CA | West Hollywood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.9 (#1883) | 62.7 (#1836) |
| Population | 58,377 | 34,349 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $792,958 | $997,070 |
| Median Household Income | $75,443 | $89,034 |
| Average Commute | 28.4 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 91 |
| Crime Level | 19.3 | 24.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 154 | 183 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D-
61.9 Score
Gardena, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$792,958
Population
58,377
Crime
High
Walk Score
75
Pacific
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D-
62.7 Score
West Hollywood, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$997,070
Population
34,349
Crime
High
Walk Score
91
Pacific
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